Under 30 Homebuyer

In this video, Darius Stevens shares his journey of purchasing his first investment property just two months before his 25th birthday. Influenced by the classic "Rich Dad Poor Dad," Darius moved from working at his father’s restaurant to flipping houses and building a rental portfolio. He pulls back the curtain on the real-world challenges of real estate, including the high-stakes enviro...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start buying? 🏡 In this episode of Under 30 Home, Kara Sullivan and Carlyn Costco break down the essential home buying tips and real estate advice every first-timer needs. We move past the social media "dream home" filters to show you the actual home buying process. We dive deep into why a pre-approval is your secret weapon, why you definitely don’t ne...

Join us as Darius Stevens shares his inspiring journey of purchasing his first home at just 25 years old. Drawing from his professional background as a real estate agent, Darius breaks down the exact steps and mindset shifts required to achieve homeownership at a young age. He discusses the emotional "why" behind his purchase, creating a personal sanctuary and building generational wealt...

Can you really buy a $400,000+ home with just $12,000 in the bank? In this video, host Kara Sullivan sits down with Mike and Catherine to break down the exact strategy they used to stop renting and start building equity in their dream home at age 25. You’ll learn how they leveraged a 3% down payment program to secure their $402,000 home. Mikey, a pilot, and Catherine, a nursing student, share the...

Join us on Under 30 Homebuyer as we meet John and Allison Gunther, a young couple who achieved homeownership in their mid-20s. In this episode, host Kara Sullivan dives into their inspiring story, exploring how they navigated the market, utilized first-time home buyer programs (including a fantastic 3% down payment option), and managed their finances to make their dream home a reality. Allison sha...

In this episode of Under 30 Homebuyer, host Kara Sullivan sits down with Carly, a film industry professional who purchased her first home in Woodstock, Georgia, during her twenties. Carly’s story is a masterclass in resilience, covering everything from finding an off-market gem in a competitive pre-COVID market to navigating a series of "catastrophic" home repairs. Carly candidly shares...

Join Isabella, a 21-year-old, as she shares her inspiring journey to becoming a homeowner! Discover her practical approach to saving money and achieving financial independence, proving that with determination, home ownership is within reach. This video shares valuable insights and real estate tips for aspiring first time home buyers! 🏡✨ Follow & Connect With Under 30 Homebuyer: YouTube: ⁠⁠ht...

Many first-time homebuyers are often surprised by the complexities of the home-buying process. This video offers lots of great advice for young buyers, covering everything from understanding the role of a real estate agent to navigating closing costs and even touching upon what an HOA entails. Get valuable real estate tips to make your homebuying journey smoother! Join our Director, Travis Conover...

Buying your first home in your twenties often takes years of planning, saving, and sacrifice—but the reward of having something truly your own can make it all worth it. In this episode of Under 30 Homebuyer , host Kara Sullivan sits down with Peyton Jackson, a 28-year-old homeowner who shares how she and her husband Kyle turned a long-term plan into their first home. Follow & Connect With Unde...

Buying your first home is stressful enough—but imagine doing it at 26 as a single mother of two with only one income. In this episode of Under 30 Homebuyer, host Kara Sullivan sits down with Aubrey Barrett to share the emotional and inspiring story behind her journey to homeownership. From navigating the uncertainty of COVID-19 to buying her first home with a 0% down USDA loan, Aubrey explains how...

Buying your first home before 30 can feel overwhelming—but what if you did it three times before turning 28? In this episode of Under 30 Homebuyer , host Kara Sullivan sits down with Caroline Linhart, a nurse, mom, and savvy young homeowner who has already bought, sold, and upgraded through three homes in just six years. Caroline shares the real story behind her journey—from a VA loan starter home...

Buying a home in your 20s can feel impossible—but Alex and Eric prove it’s not. In this episode, they share how they purchased their first home in their mid-20s with  just 3% down , how they prepared financially, and what surprised them most about homeownership. Follow & connect with Under 30 Homebuyer: YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@under30homebuyer⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.c...

Meet Kara, the host of Under 30 Homebuyer, and a a real estate agent who bought her first home at just 24. She shares her personal journey and how she beat the odds and bought young while self-employed. Join us as Kara shares her experiences and provides tips to empower your homebuying journey.  Follow & connect with Under 30 Homebuyer: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@under30homebuyer⁠ Inst...

Brielle shares her journey as a first-time home buyer at just 24, despite a modest income of just $38,000 per year. Learn how to buy a house even when the market is competitive, and get essential home-buying tips, including innovative ideas for using roommates to help offset her monthly mortgage payment. She covers how she managed her mortgage and the challenges of home buying on a single income....

When Danielle wanted to buy a house, she lived with her grandma for three years and invested the money she would have spent on rent. She eventually had enough for a healthy down payment. Danielle is a self-employed business owner and was still able to purchase a home in her 20s. Learn more about her amazing story and how other buyers can apply what she learned to their own homeownership plans.  Fo...