Steps — To Buying Home For First Time

Now for the fun part. Make a list of "Must-Haves" (number of bedrooms, school district) and "Nice-to-Haves" (granite countertops, hardwood floors).

Before you look at a single house, look at your bank account. You need to know exactly what you can afford so you don't fall in love with a home that’s out of reach. steps to buying home for first time

Once your offer is accepted, you are "under contract," but the deal isn't done yet. Now for the fun part