Accomplishing your goals often involves making sure your finances are in order. In today’s episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast we will discuss different budgeting hacks you can use to make sure your finances don’t derail you from achieving your goals. Check out the full episode and if you still have questions, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.

//SHOW NOTES

0:00 Intro

0:22 Welcome to Homeowner Prep

1:31 Writing Out Your Vision

3:02 Create A Simple Spending Plan

4:49 Use Apps to Simplify

5:36 Don’t Compare Your Lifestyle

7:58 Subscriptions & Memberships

9:54 Data Usage

11:52 Reach Out If You Need Help

12:21 Outro

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https://www.homeownerprep.com/assessment

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/ebook

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Budgeting apps to help you:

http://www.everydollar.com

http://www.truebill.com

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//ABOUT HOMEOWNER PREP

Homeowner Prep helps aspiring first time homeowners through real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for those who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with great content!

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#budgeting #buyingahome #homeownerprep

There will be obstacles along the way when you are in pursuit of buying your first home. In today’s episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast we will discuss ways to overcome obstacles so you can reach any goal you set. Check out the full episode and if you still have questions, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.

//SHOW NOTES

0:00 Intro

0:22 Welcome to Homeowner Prep

1:53 Knowing Your “Why”

3:08 Reflecting on Your “Why”

3:55 Change Your Perspective of the Obstacle

4:53 The Obstacle is the Way

6:23 Just Keep Going

7:48 Recap of Strategies

10:15 Reach Out If You Need Help

10:48 Outro

//IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Subscribe to get more content from Homeowner Prep:

https://bit.ly/HomeownerPrepYTSub

Want to know if you’re ready to buy your first home? Take our FREE assessment:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/assessment

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/ebook

Buy Merch, Support The Mission:

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Get “The Obstacle Is The Way” Book:

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//ABOUT HOMEOWNER PREP

Homeowner Prep helps aspiring first time homeowners through real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for those who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with great content!

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#overcomingobstacles #buyingahome #homeownerprep

How much money do you need to save in order to buy your first home? Chances are, it’s less than you think! In today’s episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast we discuss the different down payment requirements of the most popular loan programs, expected home buying costs, and how to quickly save money the right way. Check out the full episode and if you still have questions, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.

//SHOW NOTES

0:00 Intro

0:22 Welcome to Homeowner Prep

1:26 Loan Down Payment Requirements

2:51 Breakdown of Closing Costs

5:04 Home Buying Inspection Fees

6:43 Loan Reserves Explained

7:32 What is an Earnest Money Deposit?

10:01 First Step to Saving Money

11:22 Setting Up Automatic Payments

12:25 How Much Do I Need To Save?

13:20 Reach Out If You Need Help

14:05 Download Our Free eBook

//IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Subscribe to get more content from Homeowner Prep:

https://bit.ly/HomeownerPrepYTSub

Want to know if you’re ready to buy your first home? Take our FREE assessment:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/assessment

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/ebook

Buy Merch, Support The Mission:

https://bit.ly/ShopHPMerch

//CONNECT WITH US

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/HomeownerPrep

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HomeownerPrep

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Homeowner_Prep

TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@HomeownerPrep

//ABOUT HOMEOWNER PREP

Homeowner Prep helps aspiring first time homeowners through real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for those who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with great content!

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The home buying process can be confusing and overwhelming, but in today’s episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast, Loan Officer Breanna Barksdale is going to break it down step-by-step and answer the most frequently asked questions! Check out the full episode and if you still have questions about your unique situation, be sure to reach out to us or drop your question in the comments.

//SHOW NOTES

0:00 Intro

0:23 Welcome to Homeowner Prep

1:15 About Breanna Barksdale

3:03 Helping First Time Homebuyers

4:20 Helping Veterans Overcome Obstacles

7:13 Step by Step Home Buying Process Explained

28:45 Advice for First Time Home Buyers

30:05 Buy A House Before The Car

30:52 Take The First Step

//IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Subscribe to get more content from Homeowner Prep:

https://bit.ly/HomeownerPrepYTSub

Want to know if you’re ready to buy your first home? Take our FREE assessment:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/assessment

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/ebook

Buy Merch, Support The Mission:

https://bit.ly/ShopHPMerch

//CONNECT WITH US

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/HomeownerPrep

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HomeownerPrep

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Homeowner_Prep

TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@HomeownerPrep

//ABOUT HOMEOWNER PREP

Homeowner Prep helps aspiring first time homeowners through real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for those who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with great content!

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#HowToBuyAHome #HomebuyingProcess #homeownerprep

It’s a competitive seller’s market, so what can you do to beat out the competition and get your offer accepted? In this episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast we will discuss 3 different strategies to strengthen your offer and get the home you truly want. Check it out and if you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the comments.

//SHOW NOTES 

0:00 Intro 

0:22 Welcome to The Homeowner Prep Podcast 

1:03 Strategy 1 - Communication 

1:48 Types of Pre-approval 

3:10 Agents Need to Communicate 

4:38 Strategy 2 - Improving Your Terms 

6:00 Let’s Talk About Contingencies 

9:00 Strategy 3 - Just Keep Going 

11:10 We Can Help You Find An Agent 

11:37 Any Questions? Reach out! 

12:15 Be Sure To Share The Podcast

//IMPORTANT RESOURCES 

Subscribe to get more content from Homeowner Prep:

Want to know if you’re ready to buy your first home? Take our FREE assessment:

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

Buy Merch, Support The Mission:

//CONNECT WITH US 

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/HomeownerPrep 

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HomeownerPrep 

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Homeowner_Prep 

TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@HomeownerPrep

//ABOUT HOMEOWNER PREP 

Homeowner Prep helps aspiring first time homeowners through real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for those who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

//DISCLAIMER 

Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with great content!

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#BuyAHome #RealEstateAdvice #HomeownerPrep

When it comes to buying a house, you need to have job security. So what if you don’t love your current job? In this episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast we discuss ways to love your current job or find a job you can love. Check it out and if you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the comments.

//SHOW NOTES

- Intro

- Welcome to Homeowner Prep

- Do you love what you’re doing?

- Do you have a job or a calling?

- Highlight aspects of the job that you love

- Love what you are doing before you buy a house

- What’s the likelihood that you will stay employed

- Think about your job from a different perspective

- How you can find a job you love

- Is your industry going to last?

- Find people who are working in your ideal job or industry

- Don’t change jobs when buying a house

//IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Subscribe to get more content from Homeowner Prep:

https://bit.ly/HomeownerPrepYTSub

Want to know if you’re ready to buy your first home? Take our FREE assessment:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/assessment

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/ebook

Buy Merch, Support The Mission:

https://bit.ly/ShopHPMerch

Check out this great book to help you find the work you love:

https://amzn.to/3gBaXWI

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Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HomeownerPrep

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TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@HomeownerPrep

//ABOUT HOMEOWNER PREP

Homeowner Prep helps aspiring first time homeowners through real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for those who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

//DISCLAIMER

Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with great content!

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#FindAJob #CareerAdvice #HomeownerPrep

Bad credit doesn't have to stop you from buying a home. In this episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast we discuss ways to overcome bad credit in order to buy your first home, and buy your first home faster. We answer the hard questions of "Can I buy a home with bad credit?" and "What's the lowest credit score needed to buy a home?" Check it out and if you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the comments.

In this episode we will discuss:

- Intro

Signup for MyFico:

https://www.myfico.com/

Subscribe to get more content from Homeowner Prep:

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Want to know if you’re ready to buy your first home? Take our FREE assessment:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/assessment

Stop Paying Rent and buy your first home. Download our FREE e-Book:

https://www.homeownerprep.com/ebook

Buy Merch, Support The Mission:

https://bit.ly/ShopHPMerch

Connect with us:

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Want to learn how to fix your credit the right way? Check out this great resource:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VXP9FFR/ref=as_sl_pc_tf_til?tag=homeownerpr0e-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=4671ae4ff4439fa4b7fd2af09c373de7&creativeASIN=B08VXP9FFR

About Homeowner Prep:

Homeowner Prep works with individuals and families to walk through the homeownership journey with real-world advice and accountability. This podcast was created for renters who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality!

#CreditRepair #BadCredit #HowToBuyAHome #BuyingYourFirstHome #StopPayingRent #FirstTimeHomebuyer

Buying a home as a single mom on a single income is no easy feat, but on this episode of The Homeowner Prep Podcast our special guest Portia Mundy made it happen! Nothing is impossible when you have a strong "why" and you're willing to do whatever it takes to be the example for the next generation!

In this episode we will discuss:

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#HowToBuyAHome #BuyingYourFirstHome #StopPayingRent #FirstTimeHomebuyer

Sometimes you have to crawl before you walk. In this episode we discuss ways that you can "actively wait" while you save for your first home or work on your credit. These strategies will help you buy a home faster in 2022.

Full Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, Eric Hellon and Homeowner Prep are not licensed financial advisors. Seek professional guidance to see which investments strategies are best for you and your unique situation. Eric Hellon is personally invested in some of the strategies mentioned in this video.

In this episode we will discuss:

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Want to learn how to invest in REITs? Check out this great resource:

Connect with us:

About Homeowner Prep:

#HomeownerPrep #HowToBuyAHome #StopPayingRent #FirstTimeHomebuyer #EricHellon

In this episode, we’re going to give you a little background to who we are and why we do what we do.

Eric Hellon will be your host, interviewing industry experts and sharing stories directly from first-time homeowners. The Homeowner Prep Podcast will cover the step-by-step home buying journey and walk it out with you. We will also be breaking down personal finances, credit improvement, career and side hustles, and building a mastermind team to help you reach your homeownership goals. This podcast was created for renters who dream of owning their first home - and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their dream a reality! Owning > Renting.

If you know someone who could benefit from hearing this show, please be sure to share it with them. We would love for you to drop us a review, we’d also love to hear from you, so if you have questions, the fastest way to get answers would be to message us on Instagram @HomeownerPrep. Who knows, we may read your review or answer your question on one of our future shows. 

Thank you so much for tuning in and have a blessed day.