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First-Time Homebuyer
Navigate the path to homeownership
5 lessons
4 tools
3-5 weeks
intermediate
About this path
Buying your first home is a major milestone. This path will help you understand the process, know if you're ready, and make informed decisions about one of the biggest purchases of your life.
Path Steps
Decision Made
You know if buying is right for you
Budget Set
You know how much house you can afford
Savings Started
You have a plan to save for your down payment
What you'll achieve
- Know if you're financially ready to buy
- Understand how much house you can afford
- Compare renting vs buying for your situation
- Learn about mortgages, down payments, and closing costs
- Create a savings plan for your down payment
Milestones
- 1
Decision Made
You know if buying is right for you
- 2
Budget Set
You know how much house you can afford
- 3
Savings Started
You have a plan to save for your down payment