What are you looking in? (Markets vary wildly!) What is your approximate budget or price range ? Are you interested in a house, condo, or townhouse ?
When you find "the one," the process moves very quickly. Your agent will help you craft a competitive bid. steps to buying my first home
Negotiate price, contingencies, and closing dates. What are you looking in
Expect to pay 2%–5% of the loan amount. steps to buying my first home
Before looking at houses, you must look at your balance sheet. This stage ensures you are a "strong buyer" in the eyes of lenders.
I can also look up or down payment assistance programs specific to your area.