Am I Ready to Buy My First Home?

🕒 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧'𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 🕒 0:00 Introduction 0:48 How much money do I ACTUALLY need to buy a house? 8:30 Why you should NOT wait too long! 9:35 Interest Rates 10:15 Mortgage Approval 14:45 How long does it take to buy a home? 16:36 What if you're renting? ---------------------------------------------------- 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 "𝗞𝗖 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘" 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲! 👇👇👇 http://bit.ly/3ZPV4BC ---------------------------------------------------- There's No Place Like Home: Kansas City! We’re realtors helping buyers and sellers navigate the Kansas City real estate market. We’re here to make your journey smooth and successful. Our channel features market insights, expert tips, and property tours showcasing the best of Kansas City charm and Johnson County living. 📲 We have so many people contacting us who are moving to Kansas City and we TOTALLY LOVE IT! If you are moving within or relocating to the Kansas City metro, or even THINKING about it, we would love to hear from you. ---------------------------------------------------- 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧 📲 Text: 913-620-0389 ✉️ Email: [email protected] ✨ Instagram:   / lewishigdongroup   ---------------------------------------------------- 🌐 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦: https://linktr.ee/LewisHigdonGroup https://LHG.reecenichols.com/ ---------------------------------------------------- LEWIS HIGDON GROUP KS & MO Licensed Realtors: Kat Lewis & Melanie Higdon #realestate #kansascity #kansascityrealestate #overlandpark Thinking about buying your first home in Kansas City but don’t know where to start? You’re not alone! The homebuying process can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance, it’s easier than you think. In this video, we’re breaking down the exact steps to take when you’re ready to start your journey to homeownership. Whether you're still in the early planning stages or you’re ready to begin house hunting, we’ll walk you through what you need to do next to make your dream of owning a home a reality. Here’s what we’ll cover in this video: ✔️ Why reaching out to a real estate professional should be your first step – A good agent will help you understand your options, answer your questions, and guide you through the process so you can make informed decisions. ✔️ How to get pre-approved for a mortgage – We’ll connect you with top-rated mortgage lenders who offer great service and competitive rates. Plus, we’ll explain why it’s crucial to compare lenders and how shopping around can save you thousands over the life of your loan. ✔️ What to do if you’re not quite ready to buy yet – Whether you need to work on your credit, save more for closing costs, or explore down payment assistance options, we’ll help you create a plan to get you on the right track. ✔️ The Kansas City housing market – We’ll talk about what’s happening in the market right now, from home prices to mortgage rates, so you know what to expect when you start your home search. ✔️ Where to buy in Kansas City – Whether you're considering Overland Park, Downtown KC, Brookside, Waldo, North Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, or other top neighborhoods, we’ll help you find the right fit based on your lifestyle, budget, and needs. Why is it so important to start your home search the right way? A lot of first-time buyers make the mistake of jumping into house hunting without fully understanding their finances or getting pre-approved. This can lead to frustration, missed opportunities, and even losing out on a home you love. By taking the right first steps—working with an experienced real estate team, getting pre-approved, and setting realistic expectations—you’ll be in the best position to buy when the right home comes along. Who is this video for? First-time homebuyers in Kansas City who don’t know where to start Anyone wondering if they’re financially ready to buy a home Buyers looking for the best mortgage lenders and loan options Those thinking about moving to Kansas City and wanting to learn about the local real estate market Anyone looking for expert homebuying advice from top Kansas City realtors Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you're ready to take the next step or just want to talk through your options, reach out to us today! We’d love to help you navigate the process and make your homeownership goals a reality.