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Sequence before speed

Order of operations matters most.

Math before emotion

Payments and costs before list price.

Live strategy still matters

Prep first. The round tailors the plan.

Learning tracks

Buying process
  • Pre-approval
  • Touring homes
  • Inspections
  • Appraisals
  • Closing process
Loan types
  • FHA loans
  • VA loans
  • Conventional loans
  • Jumbo loans
Financing strategy
  • 2-1 buydown
  • Rate buydowns
  • Seller credits
  • Down payment options
Market readiness
  • Monthly payment breakdown
  • When to buy
  • When to sell
  • Offer strategy

From pre-approval to keys

01
Get pre-approved

Know the comfortable payment range, not just the max number.

02
Define your search

Neighborhoods, product type, and tradeoffs.

03
Write stronger offers

Price, contingencies, earnest money, and timing all matter.

04
Move through contract

Inspection, appraisal, title, and loan approval.

05
Close and take keys

Final walkthrough, signing, funding, and handoff.

Glossary

A licensed appraiser's estimate of market value used by the lender to confirm the loan amount makes sense.

Checklists

Pre-approval checklist
Recent pay stubs
W-2s or tax returns
Bank and investment statements
Photo ID
List of debts
Offer prep checklist
Target monthly payment range
Preferred neighborhoods
Non-negotiables and tradeoffs
Earnest money available
Closing week checklist
Final walkthrough
Utilities confirmed
Insurance confirmed
ID and wire instructions ready

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