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  • Buying Your First Home

  • Tried and True Real Estate Tips for Finance Options, Closing Costs, and Building Equity to Master the Art of Homeownership
  • By: V J Dean
  • Narrated by: Jonny Unitus
  • Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (14 ratings)

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Buying Your First Home

By: V J Dean
Narrated by: Jonny Unitus
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Outsmart the competition and learn inside tricks to enable you to own property and secure your future. How much money do I need for the right deposit? What do I do in a bidding war? How can I spot red flags in a potential home? If you have questions like these about buying your first home, you aren't alone. Becoming a homeowner can be the most challenging, but most rewarding, thing you can do in your life. With prices high and money tight, 40% of new homeowners believe buying a home is the ‘most stressful event in modern life’.

In a post-COVID world with skyrocketing costs and finances more insecure than ever, success in the housing market seems something only a madman would take on. But, with the right knowledge and expertise, buying a house can be your step to financial security, long-term investment, and relief that you're safe in your own space. Escape the renter's cycle, build equity, create the home of your dreams, and pay steady monthly payments. Remove the constant fears of being kicked out or rent prices increasing. This comprehensive guide to home-buying can get you there.

You'll discover:

  1. Actionable steps to use to make your dreams a reality
  2. Build a realistic budget to keep spending on track
  3. Inside tips on the real estate market to help predict trends and to pick investments with the best rewards
  4. The #1 secret to home-owning success all first-time buyers wish they had known sooner!
  5. Mortgages 101: A simple guide to your options to help you sleep easily at night
  6. Tips on deciding what you need in a home so you aren’t left with buyer’s remorse
  7. The biggest red flags in properties to watch for to avoid a hefty bill later
  8. Step-by-step closing process guide so you aren't surprised
  9. How to handle low appraisals and deal with contingencies! And much more.

Don’t hesitate! Ready to start living the American Dream and finally live in the comfort of your own home? Click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

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Confidence on the real estate road

As someone who has adamantly followed many Kiyosake-isms for the last couple of decades (the bank owns the house, you pay more over time with a mortgage, etc), I have actually avoided home ownership (mostly due to mortgages) and have been renting as cheaply as possible. And although the approach has allowed a certain amount of freedom, it also comes with not feeling like you truly habitat the space in which you live. So I am glad to have come across V J Dean’s “Buying Your First Home” title and come to the conclusion and realization that home ownership perhaps isn’t as scary and daunting as I had once believed. With excellent advise on budgeting, proper bidding strategy, deal closing, pitfall alerts, and just about everything else you could ever want to understand, I now feel a ton more confident going down this real estate road.

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Buying a home

I struggle to find an excellent home for my family and don't know where to start. Here in Canada, it's getting expensive, and the streets are getting packed with traffic, so it's hard to find a home with a great price. I learned from the audiobook and from friends that when you buy your first home, the government can find a way to give you a great price. I had an idea of what I wanted from home, how much space I needed, which streets were best, etc. The audiobook gives practical tips, and I like the step-by-step guide and will keep this audiobook for my reference.

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A Homebuyer's Handbook

This comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights for first-time homebuyers. From understanding the market to navigating the closing process, it provides actionable steps and tips to make your homeownership dreams a reality. With its clear explanations and practical advice, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to purchase their first home.

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Practical help

I was feeling completely lost and overwhelmed by the entire process when thinking about buying my first home. There were so many things to consider - finances, location, square footage - and the more I researched, the more confused I became. This book broke down the complex process of buying a home into clear, manageable steps. I liked the practical advice on everything from securing financing to navigating closing costs. The sections on understanding government programs and incentives for first-time buyers were particularly helpful. I didn't know much about options available to help me get a better deal on my first home.

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Resourceful

Listening to this audiobook was really helpful for me as a first-time homebuyer. I was feeling overwhelmed by all the steps and terms like closing costs and building equity, but this audiobook broke everything down in a way that made sense. It felt like having a guide who was walking me through each part of the process. I appreciated how clear and straightforward it was—it didn't feel like I was listening to a complicated lecture, but more like practical advice from someone who’s been through it before. Highly recommended for first time home owners !

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Buying Your First Home

This audiobook is your go-to guide for tackling the complexities of buying your first home. It dishes out valuable tips on staying ahead of the competition and getting the hang of the housing market's ins and outs. You'll get practical advice on budgeting, spotting warning signs, and handling bidding wars. Plus, it dives deeper into the essentials, breaking down mortgages and the closing process, making it ideal for new homeowners. It's a delightful listen that will prepare you well for your first home!

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Home Sweet Home

I wish had this information when I bought my present house. Everything you need to know to buy a home! The author includes the credit scores needed to get the best loans. The information on the different kinds of loans was interesting. I often wondered what the difference between an ARM and a jumbo loan. Lots of good information here. Useful for anyone looking to buy a home. A good book to gift to a young couple ready to buy.

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Essential tips every first-time buyer needs!

I was nervous about diving into homeownership, but this audiobook made it all feel much more manageable. It breaks down everything from finance options to what to expect at closing, making me feel confident about the process. If you're like me and overwhelmed by the idea of buying a home, this is a must-listen!

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Comprehensive knowledge to buy your first home

As someone who just went through the rollercoaster of buying my first home, I can’t recommend this book enough! It covers all the bases you’d expect—mortgages, closing costs, and budgeting—but it also dives into stuff I didn’t even know I should be looking out for. The advice on avoiding buyer’s remorse and catching red flags in homes really saved me from making mistakes.

I loved the narration too—it was informative but at the same time fun to listen to. I found myself going back and listening again during my home search, especially when I hit a few bumps in the road.

If you’re a first-time buyer like I was, this book is an essential read. It made the whole experience way less intimidating! I can highly recommend it!

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EXCELLENT GUIDE FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS!

This audiobook is a fantastic resource for anyone navigating the home-buying process for the first time. It covers everything from financing options to understanding closing costs, and it’s packed with practical tips on building equity. I appreciated how it breaks down complex topics in a way that’s easy to follow, making the whole process feel less overwhelming. Whether you're just starting out or seriously considering buying, this guide will leave you feeling more confident about homeownership. A must-listen for first-time buyers!

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