Dreaming of Homeownership: Your First Steps as a First-Time Buyer
Congratulations on taking the first step towards homeownership! This is a big milestone in your life. I’m Joshua Beniston, one of the partners and finance specialists at NewStart Financial Solutions. We’re here to help you every step of the way with your home buying journey. I know firsthand it can seem like so much work and a juggle in trying to bring all this together, its why we like to do a discovery session with people to try and simplify the process and support people along the way. Before you start looking for a home, it’s important to make sure you’re ready. Here are a few things to think about: * ** Financial Stability :** Make sure you have a steady income and are on top of your finances. This means having a budget, paying off debts, and having an emergency fund. Being financially stable is the key to a successful home buying experience. It means you can handle the costs of owning a home. * ** Long-term Plans : * * Think about where you want to be in the next few ...