Buyer Resources

Discover a wealth of valuable resources to guide you through every step of the home-buying process.

Home Buyer's Guide

Our comprehensive Home Buyer Guide is designed to provide you with all the essential information you need to navigate the home-buying process with confidence. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, our step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and detailed checklists will help you make informed decisions and achieve your homeownership goals.

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Budget Tracker

You already know, credit is a BIG deal when buying a home. It's an indicator to lenders about how likely you are to make timely payments on your mortgage loan. Grab a copy of my Budget Tracker — a tool I share with my buyer clients to ensure every dollar works hard for you!

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Smart Homeownership: Plan Ahead for Repairs and Replacements

The one thing I always tell new homeowners? Budget for repairs and replacements!

Taking this advice early in homeownership can be a lifesaver down the road. Here are some notes I’ve shared with my buyers — I’ve updated it with life span estimates, 2024 replacement costs, and monthly savings goals.

	Life Span (Years)	Replacement Cost (Average)	Savings Plan	Details
Roof	20	$6,800–$19,400	$20 - $40/month	1
HVAC/Furnace	15–20	$7,500	$10 - $30/month	2
Wood Deck	10–15	$4,100–$11,700	$20 - $50/month	3
Washer/Dryer	10–15	$1,000–$2,300 (for set)	$20 - $50/month	4

Stashing funds away in a High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA) each month can give your savings an extra interest boost. Plus, platforms like Ally let you set up 'buckets' for each savings goal. Even if you can’t save for all of these at once, start a general home repair fund.

Plus, I've created a tracker that will help you manage it all. Grab a copy of my Home Maintenance Tracker!

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