Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make—and it’s a lot more complicated than scrolling Zillow and clicking “add to cart.” In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, Kelly Turner and Eric sit down with real estate expert Jonathan Archer to break down the step-by-step process of buying a house in today’s competitive market.
We cover:
How the home buying process has changed for millennials Why Zillow and online listings don’t tell the whole story The importance of having the right team: realtor, lender, and financial advisor How to know if you’re financially and emotionally ready to buy Understanding down payments, earnest money deposits, and escrow What to expect from inspections, appraisals, and contingencies Tips for writing competitive offers in a multiple-offer market Common mistakes first-time buyers make (and how to avoid them)
Whether you’re planning to buy in a year or your lease ends in two months, this episode gives you the roadmap to homeownership and helps you avoid costly mistakes along the way.
