How to buy a home

Welcome to “How to Buy a Home,” an course offered by Rene Sawyer Realty designed to guide you through the complex process of purchasing a home

Whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to invest in a property, this course provides you with the vital knowledge and tools you need to make the best possible decision.

We will cover everything from understanding the real estate market and defining your budget to navigating mortgages and making competitive offers. You’ll learn about the different types of homes available, key legal considerations, and tips for negotiating successfully.

With expert insights and practical tips, this course empowers you to approach home buying with confidence. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the skills to secure your dream home and make the journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Join us and take the first step towards homeownership today!

Part 1: Introduction

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This is our first video and an introduction to the course. We’ll go over what you’ll. Let’s get started!

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Now that you know what credit is, it is time to understand your credit score, something essential in the home buying process.

Understanding your Credit and Credit Score

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Buying a home requires a credit score. In this video, we begin learning about a credit score by exploring “credit.”

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Now that you know what credit is. Do you know where to find your credit score? Watch this video to find out where to find it, and how you can find if for FREE.

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Looking to improve your credit score to get ready to buy a home? Learn how with this video!

Part 3: Housing Budget, home prices, and picking a realtor

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Your housing budget isn’t just your mortgage, it includes a range of things that you might not have considered. Do you know what they are?

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Not all realtors are created equal. Do you know what they do and how to pick the right one for you?

Part 4: Understanding mortgages

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Did you know that there is a wide range of different types of mortgages, each with its own unique repayment schedule and qualification requirements?

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This is the first REAL step in buying your home. Learn why pre-approval is so important.

Part 5: Finding the perfect home and closing the deal

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House hunting. This is the fun and exciting part of the process. But, before you begin to dream and look for that home, make sure you figure out what your nonnegotiables are.

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Do you know what a home inspection is and why it is so important? This is a reminder to GET ONE.

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An appraisal and a home inspection aren’t the same. Once you have completed the home inspection, it’s time for an appraisal.