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Your First Home: How To Buy a House For First-Time Home Buyers

Stacie Rihl | First-Time Homebuying Expert
Mortgage
Interest Rates
First-Time Homebuyers
Home Buying Process
Mortgages
Roof and HVAC Conditions
Housing Market 2026
Down Payment
Mortgage Insurance
Temporary Buy Down
Spring Real Estate Market
Zillow
Mortgage Interest
Buying With a Partner
Winter Real Estate Market
Seasonality
Boston, United States
Renting Vs Buying
Location and Neighborhood
Home Inspection

Welcome 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.

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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

One of the most common questions first-time homebuyers have is where to actually begin. Do you call a lender first to find out what you can afford, or do you find a realtor first to start looking at homes? The order matters more than most people real... more

If you've been watching the housing market and wondering whether you should hold off on buying, you're not alone. Home prices just hit an all-time high, mortgage rates are hovering above 6.5%, and the headlines make it feel like the worst possible ti... more

If you're buying your first home, one of the earliest decisions you'll face is whether you're doing it alone or with a partner. And if you're buying together, whether being married actually changes anything. It does, more than most people expect. Sta... more

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Host of Your First Home Podcast and homebuying expert

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • 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

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    5
    _nicolemf_
    United Statesa month 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 Podcasts
    5
    Maf339
    United States9 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 Podcasts
    5
    Brianne H.
    United States9 months ago
  • So Helpful for First-Time Buyers!

    Stacie Rihl is incredibly knowledgeable and explains everything first-time buyers need to know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jillian Rihl
    United States9 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 Podcasts
    5
    Lolaloalola
    United States9 months ago

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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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