After nine years of renting and years of casual house-hunting, Christina thought she wasn’t ready to buy—but just three months after getting a unicorn team, she was closing on her dream home. Christina left Brooklyn for Cleveland thinking homeownership was still a year or two away. But once she connected with David and got matched with a unicorn realtor, the process moved fast—and worked. She bought a fixer-upper that fit her personal and professional life, avoided bidding wars, and gained instant equity at closing. With guidance, family support, and smart planning, she made the jump from renting to owning on her own terms.

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“I needed a space where I could run my business from home without customers walking through my whole house.” — Christina

Highlights:

• What happens when you go from renting for 9 years to closing in 3 months?

• Could a fixer-upper be your smartest option in a competitive market?

• What if you’re self-employed—can a partner’s income really carry the loan?

• Is “pre-inheritance” the key to affording a down payment in your 30s?

• How can an appraisal surprise help you gain equity instantly?

• Why is a sewer scope one of the most underrated steps in homebuying?

• Can you really run a business from home without sacrificing privacy?

• What’s the deal with delaying your first mortgage payment—and how can that help?

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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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