EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 25 MIN
5 Ways Homeowners Insurance Can Kill Your Home Purchase
from The Educated HomeBuyer | First Time Home Buyer Tips, Mortgage Rates & Housing Market Updates · host Josh Lewis & Jeb Smith | Real Estate, Mortgage & Housing Market Experts
Homeowners insurance is quietly becoming one of the biggest reasons buyers lose the home they thought they were getting. You can have great credit, stable income, and a full mortgage approval, only to have an insurance issue derail the purchase at the last minute. In this episode, Josh Lewis and I break down five ways homeowners insurance can blow up a home purchase, how higher premiums affect qualification, and what buyers should check before making an offer. If you're planning to buy a home, this episode could help you avoid an expensive last-minute surprise.Timestamps:00:00 - How homeowners insurance kills home purchases01:35 - Why insurance impacts your mortgage approval04:42 - Homes that are difficult or expensive to insure08:10 - Why insurance quotes vary so much12:35 - Red flags buyers overlook before making an offer16:48 - How to avoid insurance surprises during escrow20:10 - Final tips to protect your home purchase✅ Are You Ready To Buy A Home?http://www.buyrightborrowsmart.com/quiz✅ Start your stress-free journey today:http://www.theeducatedhomebuyer.com/start📩 Email: [email protected]💻 Website: http://www.theeducatedhomebuyer.com=================================================Connect with us 👇Jeb SmithHuntington Beach Realtor | Orange County Real EstateDRE #01407449Real BrokerJosh LewisHuntington Beach Certified Mortgage ExpertDRE #01209148BuyWise MortgageM: (714) 916-5727
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