Buying a home right now might seem intimidating, especially for first-time buyers, but it could still be within reach with the right planning. In this episode of Plain Money Talk, Emily Strong and Liz Koehler from Bell Bank give you a level-set on the current housing market and some strategies to help you find your best way forward. Deposit and loan products are offered through Bell Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. Bell Insurance Services LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Bank. Product and services offered through Bell Insurance or Bell Bank Wealth Management are: Not FDIC insured | No bank guarantee | May lose value | Not a deposit | Not insured by any federal government agency.