Beginner to Buyer

El fin del proceso de compra es solo el inicio del viaje hacia la propiedad de una vivienda. Y, como descubre la nueva dueña de casa, Amaya Gunasekera, la emoción viene acompañada de nuevas preguntas y nuevas preocupaciones. Si eres, o pronto serás, un nuevo propietario, en este episodio encontrarás la sabiduría, tranquilidad y los buenos consejos que te prepararán para la vida bajo tu propio tech...

Has terminado tu búsqueda. Has hecho una oferta y fue aceptada. ¡Excelente! Ahora llega el momento del proceso de cierre.

Puede parecer abrumador saber que tu oferta no fue aceptada, pero este episodio ofrece consejos y sugerencias sobre cómo seguir adelante... hasta llegar a una próxima oferta exitosa.

Has encontrado la casa perfecta, ahora ¿cómo haces una oferta para cerrar el trato? Nadeska se sienta con un experto para recopilar sugerencias sobre cómo navegar el mercado.

Drew y Jonathan Scott ofrecen sus consejos de expertos sobre cómo saber cuándo encuentras la vivienda de tus sueños.

Tu agente de bienes raíces es el componente clave de tu equipo de compra de vivienda. Aquí, Nadeska invita a un agente experimentado para hablar sobre cómo armar un equipo ganador en todos los sentidos.

Seamos realistas: las hipotecas son complicadas. Los compradores potenciales tienen que pensar en la precalificación, los pagos iniciales y una variedad de tipos de hipotecas. Afortunadamente, los asesores de préstamos hipotecarios están aquí para ayudar. En este episodio, la presentadora Nadeska Alexis se sienta con una nueva dueña de casa para conocer su experiencia hipotecaria, y luego se comun...

Puntajes de crédito, preocupaciones sobre ingresos y deudas, y pagos mensuales estimados-- incluso antes de hacer una oferta de compra, los detalles financieros pueden resultar abrumadores. En este episodio, la presentadora Nadeska Alexis escucha las preocupaciones de una madre soltera que que está atravesando por el mercado inmobiliario, y también se comunica con un planificador financiero certif...

¿La propiedad de la vivienda es realmente para mí? ¿Cómo puedo saber si estoy listo para comprar una casa? ¿Y, puedo comprarla y seguir viviendo la vida que amo?  Estas son solo algunas de las preguntas que las personas hacen cuando consideran comprar una casa por primera vez. Pueden parecer simples, pero como descubre Nadeska Alexis, presentadora de Beginner to Buyer, en realidad son puntos de pa...

La propiedad de la vivienda es buena para las familias, las empresas y la comunidad en general. Sin embargo, las barreras históricas han dificultado la compra de vivienda para muchos. Entonces, ¿qué debes saber sobre el historial, los datos y las tendencias actuales en la propiedad de vivienda antes de comprar? ¿Y por qué debería importarte?

Now that you have the home you worked so hard for, you might feel ready to continue your real estate adventure with an investment property. If so, there are many pros and cons to consider and in this episode of Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis will cover them all. Nadeska is joined by homebuyer Matt Sustaita who successfully navigated the expensive San Francisco real estate market and is now,...

So, you are in the market to buy your first home and want to understand its value, or perhaps you own your home and aren’t sure how to make the best use of your home equity. In this episode of Beginner to Buyer, we’ll take you through the basics of home equity and how to realize the true value of your home. Host Nadeska Alexis is first joined by Ronnie and Miriam Lopez to discuss their recent expe...

Do you really need 20% of a home’s cost for a down payment? Can you buy a home if you have student loans? Is it better to be pre-qualified or pre-approved for a mortgage? Is your home guaranteed to increase in value? There are many misconceptions about the details of home ownership so if you’re starting the process of looking for a home this episode of Beginner to Buyer will get you up to speed on...

If you’re like many people these days, your home-buying journey likely started online, browsing listings on platforms like Redfin and Zillow. Offering an easy way to view huge numbers of listings in any zip code, these platforms have surged in popularity— especially during the pandemic-influenced real estate bubble of the last several years. While online browsing can be a great way to start your s...

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. How do you know if you’re finally ready to make the leap? How much do you need to have for a down payment? What other expenses should you be prepared for as a new homeowner? Are there programs available that could help you as a first-time homebuyer? In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis looks at all these questions for a deep...

Now that you have the home you’ve always wanted, how do you make it your own? Whether you bought a fixer-upper to save money and have a list of projects to take on, or you just want to bring your personality to home decor, in this episode of Beginner to Buyer, we’ll take you through how to make your home what you want it to be. Host Nadeska Alexis is first joined by Lindsay DeAlba who lives with h...

How do you know if it’s a good time to buy a home? Are you ready personally? How does the housing market with its changing interest rates affect the decisions you make? In this episode of Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis begins by interviewing Jason Roberts, a California renter who recently experienced some of the ups and downs of the home buying process. They discuss Jason’s experience with...

Does home ownership make you happier? The research is mixed, but most people agree that the security and stability of owning your own home offers a significant benefit and one that represents a level of achievement many strive for. In this episode of Beginner to Buyer, host Nadeska Alexis speaks with new homeowner Holly Sprinkle about what home ownership means to her. Holly shares her experience a...

What is an ADU and how can adding one help you earn income from your property? Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are becoming more and more popular to add space and potentially generate rental income. Navigating the decision to build one or convert an existing space can be tricky, but with this episode of Beginner to Buyer, we’ll take you through the process and what you need to do to be prepared...

Whether you are a new homeowner or just beginning to think about how you will buy your first home, you’ve probably realized you have a lot to learn. From saving for a down payment, to taking advantage of special lending programs for first-time buyers, it’s important to have expert advice and insights from experienced professionals. In Season 1 of Beginner to Buyer, we walked you through the basics...

Buying your first home is a huge milestone, but it can also be overwhelming. Join Nadeska Alexis as she sits down with real people to talk about their essential home buying questions, and hear from the top real estate experts in the country as they weigh in. This 10 part series will help you get an insider's view into the home buying process. Learn more by visiting beginnertobuyer.com

The end of the homebuying process is just the kickoff to your homeownership journey. And, as new homeowner Amaya Gunasekera finds, the excitement comes along with some new questions—and new worries. Amaya was thrilled when she moved into her very own house in Greenville, SC, last summer. As a single person working full time, though, she has found it tedious to accomplish home improvement projects...

The closing process can feel complex and overwhelming. With so many important details to manage, many people choose to hire an attorney to counsel them through the legal process, and some states require it. For 29-year-old homebuyer Omar George, the closing process was frustrating and anything but smooth. He talks with Beginner to Buyer host Nadeska Alexis about his experience with closing on his...

Congratulations, your offer was accepted! But there are still a few steps to take before you get those keys in hand. In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis talks with prospective buyers and a real estate expert to discuss what to expect when your offer is accepted, and what comes next. Andrew and Lauren Adams are based in Columbus, Ohio, with their one-year-old daughter. They paused their original s...

Falling in love with your dream house feels wonderful—until you start to feel anxious about making an offer. How much should you offer? What about contingencies? How soon do you need to act? In this episode, host Nadeska Alexis talks with a woman who is feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of putting in an offer on a house in a hot real estate market. Nadeska gets many of her questions answered whe...