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Jul 2025
47m 36s

283: How to Make the Home-Buying Process...

Jess Massey
About this episode
Thinking about buying your first home but feeling totally overwhelmed? You’re not alone, and this episode is here to help! 🏠 This week, I’m joined by Stacie Rihl, a first-time homebuyer educator and expert who’s helped over 16,000 people feel confident and prepared to purchase their first home. She’s walking us through how to actually get started, what to d ... Show More
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