The Homeowner Prep Podcast

Renters need help transitioning to homeownership and some help may be on the way thanks to some new laws! On this week’s episode, we will discuss a few laws that will help renters save money and prepare for homeownership. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES...

Looking for ways to save money fast? On this week’s episode we will discuss a few ways to save money faster and save for your first home. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Save Money Fast For Your First Home 00:14 Intro 00:36 Welcome To The Homeown...

Just because you aren’t making much money now, doesn’t mean you have to wait years to buy your first home! On this week’s episode we will discuss a few tips to help you buy your first home, even with low income. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NOTES 00:00 We...

Saving money is hard! So in this week’s episode we will cover the tips we provide to our clients to help them buy their first home faster. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NOTES 00:00 We Know Saving Money Is Hard… 00:11 Intro 00:33 Welcome To The Homeowner Pr...

Your debt may outlive you, so how do you protect your family to ensure you are passing down generational wealth, not generational debt? In this week’s episode we will cover a couple of ways to protect your family from debt. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NO...

We’re 5 months into 2023, so now is a good time to get a market update that will help you understand the trends to buy your first home faster. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Where We’re At and Where We’re Going 00:10 Intro 00:32 Hey, Real Quick...

Worried about your bank failing? On this week’s episode we discuss 3 ways to protect yourself from a failing bank. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Did You Miss The CalHFA Down Payment Assistance Program? 00:11 Intro 00:33 Hey, Real Quick Before W...

Did you miss out on the CalHFA down payment assistance program? It’s okay there will be more and we’re going to make sure you are ready to take advantage this time! Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Did You Miss The CalHFA Down Payment Assistance P...

You made it through tax season, so did you win? In this week’s episode we discuss some different strategies you can use to make sure you win next tax season. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.  Disclaimer: Homeowner Prep and Eric Hellon are not tax professionals, be sur...

We are often asked about rent-to-own programs and how they work, so this week we interviewed Lord Munjal of Utopia Homes to answer your most pressing questions. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Intro 00:22 Welcome To The Show 01:18 What Is A Rent-T...

This week we had a YouTube Live interview with first time homebuyers Dradley and Shandell Desamours. We discussed moving to a new state, surprise tax increases and the advice they would give to other future homeowners. Check out the full episode and if you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00...

Last week we talked about taking a step back, but are you willing to take a step forward in your home buying journey? On this week’s episode, we will talk about being “mortgage ready” and how to take the first step. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Are You Willing To Take A Step...

Your home buying journey may start with a step back, but will that discourage you from moving forward in the future? On this week’s episode we will discuss making the sacrifices needed to ultimately get the keys to your first home. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Are You Willin...

How long will it take to buy a home? Well it depends, but on this week’s episode we will discuss the factors that impact your home buying timeline. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 How Long Does It Take To Buy Your First Home? 00:13 Intro 00:35 Welcome To The Homeowner Prep Podc...

Did you know there are times when home appreciation can work against you? On this week’s episode we will discuss the pros and cons of appreciation when it comes to tax assessments. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 African American Homeownership Solutions 00:13 Intro 00:35 Hey! R...

You have an established relationship with your credit union already, but does that mean you should use them to buy a house? On this week’s episode we will discuss the pros and cons of using your credit union as a first time homebuyer. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 African Ame...

In Part I we discussed the alarming trends in African American Homeownership and Wealth, but in this episode we will discuss the solutions to reverse those trends. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 African American Homeownership Solutions 00:11 Intro 00:33 Hey! Real Quick Before...

There are some alarming trends in African American Homeownership that need to be addressed, so on this episode we will discuss these trends and their generational impact. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 African American Homeownership Trends 00:10 Intro 00:32 Hey! Real Quick Bef...

Waiting for the perfect time to buy your first home? It doesn’t exist! But on this episode we will help you discover why there’s no such thing as the “perfect time’ and what key indicators you COULD look at to get a better idea of market conditions. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00...

What is Homeowner Prep? On this episode we are covering our company’s past, present and future, and how your support will help us reach aspiring homeowners throughout the country. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Where We’ve Been, Where We’re At, and Where We’re Going! 00:10 Int...

On this episode we are taking a deep dive to find out how to find a great neighborhood for your first home. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Details Of The California Dream For All Loan Program 00:11 Intro 00:33 Hey! Real Quick Before We Start… 01:01 Welcome To The Homeowner Pre...

On this episode we are taking a look at the California Dream For All loan program to see if it can help you buy your first home. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Details Of The California Dream For All Loan Program 00:11 Intro 00:33 Hey! Real Quick Before We Start… 01:01 Welcome...

On this episode we are taking a deep dive into all the expected costs of buying your first home, so be sure to take some notes as we break it all down. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 A Deep Dive Into How Much Money You Need To Buy Your First Home 00:10 Intro 00:32 Hey! Real Qu...

Buying a home is a major accomplishment, but not if it cost more than you can afford! In this episode we will show you how to buy your first home, without going broke. If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Buy Your First Home Without Going Broke 00:10 Intro 00:33 Hey! Real Quick Befo...

The new year is here already! So what are you looking to accomplish in 2023? In this episode we are going to teach you how to set and achieve your goals in 2023! If you have questions about how to get started with Homeowner Prep, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments. // SHOW NOTES 00:00 Can You Believe The New Year Is Here? 00:09 Intro 00:31 Hey! Real Quick Before We St...