Think you understand the homebuying process? Here’s the full truth, from start to finish — and why skipping the first ten steps can wreck everything.

 

Most "how to buy a home" guides are missing the most important details. In this episode, David Sidoni lays out the entirehomebuying journey — from day one to closing — with over 50 real steps, and exposes why popular webinars and checklists often lead buyers astray. He explains why first-time buyers fail when they jump into house hunting or loans before setting up the fundamentals. If you’re serious about avoiding expensive mistakes, this is the reality check you need.

 

“The biggest mistake I see hopeful first-time homebuyers do is focusing on the middle steps instead of the beginning.”— David Sidoni

 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Why free online webinars and workshops are often just sales funnels in disguise
• A detailed breakdown of all 50+ steps to buy a home — and why most buyers only focus on 10
• Common myths that derail first-time buyers before they even meet a lender or agent
• How early budgeting, team selection, and mindset shifts can prevent chaos later
• Why the Ten Step Starter Kit (Episodes 400–409) remains the foundation for success

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David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and consumer advocate with two decades of experience helping first-time homebuyers navigate the real estate market. His podcast, "How to Buy a Home," is a trusted resource for anyone looking to buy their first home. It offers expert advice, actionable tips, and inspiring stories from real first-time homebuyers. With a focus on making the home-buying process accessible and understandable, David breaks down complex topics into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from budgeting and financing to finding the right home and making an offer.

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