Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and the buyers who prepare are the ones who enjoy the process. In this video, Katherine Brough with Seven Gables Real Estate shares the steps that get you fully ready for a home purchase.
Topics covered
- Review your financial profile. Understand your budget and your credit score before you start looking.
- Meet with a lender. Get pre-approved for a mortgage so you know what you can buy and can make a credible offer.
- Set up a buyer consultation. Define your goals, your must-haves, and your timeline.
- Understand the market. How to read listings and write a strong offer in a competitive area.
- Next steps to homeownership. What to expect once your offer is accepted.
A good place to start is the Orange County affordability calculator, which turns your income and down payment into a maximum price and a map of the cities it reaches. Then see Katherine's companion video on the mistakes homebuyers make most often.
If you're getting ready to buy in Orange County, reach out — Katherine is happy to help you prepare.
Source: the topics above are the ones listed in the video description. General educational information, not lending or financial advice; loan programs and qualification requirements vary by borrower and lender.