How to Buy a Home

Ep. 85 - Dude Is 19 Years Old And Bought A House, And Only Had A Job For 5 Months!

What were you doing when you were 19? You were probably studying in a college or partying somewhere. Buying a house was probably the last thing on your mind back then. Well, today's guest just bought a house at 19. This dude did it and all it took was a little guidance. Join in as David Sidoni talks to first-time homebuyer, Courtland Burchfield about his buying experience. Discover how he was able to find a realtor, get pre-approval, inspect the property, and more. Also, learn what he plans to do with the house from house hacking to building his own bar. Find out how Courtland did it so you can too! Start looking for your first property now, age doesn't really matter. This podcast was started for YOU, to demystify things for first time home buyers, and help crush the confusion. After helping first timers for over 13 years, I knew there wasn’t t a lot of clear, tangible, useable information out there on the internet, so I started this podcast. Help me spread the word to other people just like you, dying for answers. Tell your friends, family, and perhaps that random neighbor you REALLY want to move out about How to Buy a Home! A really easy way is to hit the share button and text it to your friends. Go for it, help someone out. And if you’re not already a regular listener, subscribe and get constant updates on the market. If you are a regular and learned something, help me help others – give the show a quick review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, or write a review on Spotify. Let’s change the way the real estate industry treats you first time buyers, one buyer at a time, starting with you – and make sure your favorite people don’t get screwed by going into this HUGE step blind and confused. Viva la Unicorn Revolution! Instagram @DavidSidoniTik Tok @howtobuyahome

Ep 84 - 2022 Crucial Market Update And Bidding War Winning Stories

What the is going on with the housing market in 2022 and how the do you get an offer accepted? What is a first time buyer to do? You may not like the answers you hear in this episode, but the truth shall set you free! Listen in as David Sidoni tackles some crucial housing market updates and shares stories of bidding war wins sprinkled with a heady amount of eye-opening truth bombs. Buckle up, bear down, and let the REALITY of real estate be your guide. It’s not going to be easy, but nothing worthwhile is. #Truthaboutrealestate And if you need a pep talk, call 797-988-8410 to get one from a kindergartener. You won't regret it, and it may be just what you need to keep your head up in this market. This podcast was started for YOU, to demystify things for first time home buyers, and help crush the confusion. After helping first timers for over 13 years, I knew there wasn’t t a lot of clear, tangible, useable information out there on the internet, so I started this podcast. Help me spread the word to other people just like you, dying for answers. Tell your friends, family, and perhaps that random neighbor you REALLY want to move out about How to Buy a Home! A really easy way is to hit the share button and text it to your friends. Go for it, help someone out. And if you’re not already a regular listener, subscribe and get constant updates on the market. If you are a regular and learned something, help me help others – give the show a quick review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, or write a review on Spotify. Let’s change the way the real estate industry treats you first time buyers, one buyer at a time, starting with you – and make sure your favorite people don’t get screwed by going into this HUGE step blind and confused. Viva la Unicorn Revolution! Instagram @DavidSidoniTik Tok @howtobuyahome

Ep 83 - Realtors Of TikTok And A 2022 Housing Market Update

So far, the 2022 housing market can be confusing for first-time home buyers, and TikTok isn't helping clear things up. Get the market analysis on what's happening in the wacky 2022 low inventory rush, plus hear the insider scoop on what all those Realtors on TikTok know about helping first-timers in this competitive market. Because right now, anyone can post something on TikTok, and being on the platform does not necessarily make it right. Have an in-depth insight on what is correct from a real expert at home buying!This podcast was started for YOU, to demystify things for first time home buyers, and help crush the confusion. After helping first timers for over 13 years, I knew there wasn’t t a lot of clear, tangible, useable information out there on the internet, so I started this podcast. Help me spread the word to other people just like you, dying for answers. Tell your friends, family, and perhaps that random neighbor you REALLY want to move out about How to Buy a Home! A really easy way is to hit the share button and text it to your friends. Go for it, help someone out. And if you’re not already a regular listener, subscribe and get constant updates on the market. If you are a regular and learned something, help me help others – give the show a quick review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, or write a review on Spotify. Let’s change the way the real estate industry treats you first time buyers, one buyer at a time, starting with you – and make sure your favorite people don’t get screwed by going into this HUGE step blind and confused. Viva la Unicorn Revolution! Instagram @DavidSidoniTik Tok @howtobuyahome

EP 82 - Interview With VA First-Time Home Buyers - How They Bought In BANANAS 2022!

Buying your first home is a scary venture. It takes a lot of time and planning. You have to do all your homework, look through all the houses, find a Realtor, make a list, save the money. As you can see, being a first-time home buyer can be exhausting. Listen to today's episode as David Sidoni talks to real-life first-time home buyers, Kenneth and Danielle. Learn how they tried to buy on their own, but couldn't make it happen. Then they found this podcast, reached out to David and got connected with a great unicorn Realtor in their area. Also, find out how they used a VA loan to get their first home - even in the bananas bidding war frenzied market of 2022.

EP 81 - Home Buying Fees, Closing Date Info, And Love Letters

What are the home-buying fees first-time buyers need to know? For military and veterans, you can put $0 for a down payment. But for the civilians, the minimum is often 3% down. Next, you’ll have to consider the earnest money or due diligence fee. It allows you to bail during the due diligence period. You should put down the max, 3% of the sales price. If you put anything lower, it shows that you got no skin in the game. Show the sellers you’re serious about buying the home. Want to know more? You’ll also discover do's and don’ts for closing day. And the controversy surrounding the age-old-secret buyer trick—love letters to the sellers. Dive in!

EP 80 - Top 5 Best Tips for First Time Home Buyers…Again

Every First Time Home Buyer has certain things they MUST know and should NEVER do, but what are they? Get the real scoop from David Sidoni on how you can customize your personal lists to help you in this gigantic decision. The goal is for you to feel confident, not confused and overwhelmed...and sometimes you need more than a few bullet points to get you there because not everything you see on the internet is correct and should be followed.

EP 79 - Foreclosures, Insider Deals, And Buying Your First Home As An Investment

With so much information out there, it can be very tough for first-time homebuyers to navigate between what works, what doesn't, and what to avoid. Here to crush the confusion, David Sidoni is back for another Q&A. First-time homebuyers are feeling even more confused and abused in 2022, so desperation sets in, and many of them are saying, " this! Just get me a deal so I can get a home!" David gets right to it and answers questions about foreclosures, insider deals, and using your purchase as an investment to build an empire. These things come up in ALL markets, so tune in to this podcast!

Ep 78 – 2022 Low Inventory REALITY CHECK

Holy $#!^!!! 2022 supply and demand is unreal, impossible, and totally illogical! It's time for a perspective check, because this inventory could DOUBLE tomorrow, and it would barely put a dent in the scarcity of homes for sale right now. So listen to today's episode as we discuss the current market state of houses or homes that was mainly impacted by the pandemic. If you are looking at buying your first place or home, learn how to do things right by staying tuned!

Ep 77 - New Homes Vs. Re-sale, 1099 Vs. W-2, And Paying Off Debt Vs. Saving

In today’s episode of How To Buy A Home, David Sidoni goes into versus talk with his listeners. You guys have questions, and they’ve got answers. Three often asked topics are broken down with pros and cons - and there is no ONE answer for everyone. Learn about newly built homes versus re-sale homes, 1099 versus W-2, and paying versus spending money. Listen in to find out which option works best for you.

Ep 76 - Home Buyer Listener Interview - Won A Bidding War In 2022

Buying a house is easier said than done. It requires a lot of analysis, financially, mentally, and emotionally. In this episode, David Sidoni goes over an interview with a listener who sold a home in Indiana and bought a new home in San Francisco—one of the US' most expensive and competitive markets. He discusses buying a property cross country and shares some tips on how you can change jobs and still manage to get a home loan. Listen in as he talks about winning bidding wars in psycho-competitive markets and how to stay resilient and confident to make it happen.