Your First Home: How To Buy a House For First-Time Home Buyers
Stacie Rihl | First-Time Homebuying ExpertWelcome to Your First Home Podcast - I'm your host and homebuying expert Stacie Rihl and I've spent the last 8 years helping first-time homebuyers like you make their dreams of owning a home reality. Buckle up, because we're about to demystify the process and learn everything we should have been taught in school about the biggest and most exciting purchase you'll ever make. Your first home.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 47 | Founded | a year ago |
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Student loan debt is one of the biggest reasons first-time buyers assume they can't qualify for a mortgage… but the data says otherwise. One-third of first-time homebuyers in 2025 had student loan debt when they closed (and I'm one of them). In this ... more
Most first-time homebuyers only talk to one lender, and it's one of the most expensive mistakes you can make. Research shows that shopping around for mortgage lenders can save you over $60,000 across a 30-year loan, and the process is a lot simpler t... more
What happens when you outgrow your first home and you're ready for the next one? Even if you've been through the buying process before, selling and buying at the same time brings a whole new set of decisions, and the order you do things in matters mo... more
If you've been wondering whether you're actually in a position to buy a house, this episode will make it clear. There are four main things lenders look at when you apply for a mortgage (your savings, your income, your debt-to-income ratio, and your c... more
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- The first home buying podcast that makes sense
I have never listened to a home buying podcast where someone breaks down every part of the process in such understandable detail. We are 1-2 years out from purchasing a home and I feel so much more confident going into it after listening to Stacie’s podcast. She really understands the process from all angles and gives insider tips from her unique experiences that I haven’t heard before and would not be able to just google. Highly recommend listening to every episode to feel confident going into ... more
Apple Podcasts5_nicolemf_
United States2 months ago - A wealth of information
Stacie addresses all the things you want to know about buying a home. I wish I had all of the info when I bought my first home! Great for anyone thinking of buying a home- whether your first or tenth!
Apple Podcasts5Maf339United States10 months ago - A must if you’re thinking about buying a house!
This podcast is SO HELPFUL! Stacie gets right to the information you need to know so you feel more confident going into buying a home. Highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts5Brianne H.United States10 months ago - So Helpful for First-Time Buyers!
Stacie Rihl is incredibly knowledgeable and explains everything first-time buyers need to know.
Apple Podcasts5Jillian RihlUnited States10 months ago - Great listen if you’re considering buying a home
Very accurate, relevant information packaged in a way that’s easy to understand. Thanks Stacie!
Apple Podcasts5LolaloalolaUnited States10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #124 | United States/Education/How To |
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A practical, listener-friendly show guiding first-time homebuyers through every step of the process, from budgeting and down payments to lender shopping and negotiating terms. Episodes mix clear explanations with real-world scenarios, checklists, and actionable tips, often focusing on timing, local market nuances, and leveraging trusted real estate professionals. A standout feature is the host's emphasis on education, debt awareness, and connecting listeners with vetted agents to simplify the path to ownership.
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