EPISODE · Jul 21, 2023 · 24 MIN
Smart Money Moves: Navigating Your First Home Purchase
from The Money Podcast With Jake And Lincoln · host Jake and Lincoln
In this episode, Lincoln and Jake discuss the key aspects of buying a first house. They emphasize the importance of budgeting, being debt-free, and saving for a down payment of at least 20% to avoid extra fees. They recommend using a trusted realtor who has knowledge of the local market and can help find suitable options within the budget. They also stress the significance of a home inspection to identify any issues and the value of getting an appraisal done to ensure you're not overpaying. They suggest using a mortgage broker rather than a bank for better rates and more options. They advise paying extra towards the mortgage whenever possible and recommend locking in an interest rate for a term of at least 3 to 5 years. They also emphasize the importance of asking questions, seeking advice from professionals, and being cautious when choosing a professional to work with.Our Contact information is:Phone: 403-768-2977 Leave a voice mailWhatsApp: 403-768-2977E-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, Lincoln and Jake discuss the key aspects of buying a first house. They emphasize the importance of budgeting, being debt-free, and saving for a down payment of at least 20% to avoid extra fees. They recommend using a trusted realtor who has knowledge of the local market and can help find suitable options within the budget. They also stress the significance of a home inspection to identify any issues and the value of getting an appraisal done to ensure you're not overpaying. They suggest using a mortgage broker rather than a bank for better rates and more options. They advise paying extra towards the mortgage whenever possible and recommend locking in an interest rate for a term of at least 3 to 5 years. They also emphasize the importance of asking questions, seeking advice from professionals, and being cautious when choosing a professional to work with.Our Contact information is:Phone: 403-768-2977 Leave a voice mailWhatsApp: 403-768-2977E-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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