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Jul 22
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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 do with your finances, and how to feel less stressed during the process, especially if you’re self-employed.

In this episode, we chat about:

  • Simple ways to prep and organize before starting the home buying process
  • A beginner-friendly timeline for taking action
  • What financial prep looks like (and how much you really need saved)

If buying a home is on your heart, this one is a must-listen 🎧



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