Buying Your
First Home.
Buying your first home is exciting — and a little scary. That's normal. The difference between a stressful experience and a great one usually comes down to having the right person in your corner who explains everything, anticipates problems, and doesn't let you make decisions you'll regret.
Lane was the first person many of our clients worked with in the homebuying process. She's patient, thorough, and won't let you move forward until you understand exactly what's happening and why. That's not just good service — that's how we believe it should be done.
What Do First-Time Home Buyers Need to Know?
Pre-Approval Is Step One
Before you look at a single listing, get pre-approved with a lender. This tells you what you can actually afford — and it makes your offers taken seriously by sellers.
Down Payment Options
You don't need 20% down. Conventional loans can go as low as 3%. VA and USDA loans may require zero. We'll connect you with lenders who can explain your options.
Credit Score Matters
Most loan programs look for a minimum of 620-640. If yours isn't there yet, we can connect you with resources to improve it before you buy.
Closing Costs Are Real
Expect 2-5% of the purchase price in closing costs. Some sellers will contribute to these — we'll negotiate on your behalf.
Inspection Protects You
Never skip the inspection. It's your chance to discover problems before you own them. We'll help you understand what the report actually means.
VA Loans Are Powerful
If you're military or a veteran, VA loans offer zero down and competitive rates. We've closed hundreds of VA transactions and know the process inside and out.
What Mistakes Do First-Time Buyers Keep Making in Colorado Springs?
We see these every week. Most of them are avoidable with good guidance.
Skipping pre-approval and wasting time looking at homes they can't afford
Waiving the inspection to compete — and regretting it later
Falling in love with a house before understanding the neighborhood
Not budgeting for closing costs, moving expenses, and immediate repairs
Making major purchases (car, furniture) before closing
Letting emotions override the numbers
Not asking enough questions — there are no dumb ones
Choosing an agent based on who they know, not who's best for them
Ready to Start?
We'll walk you through every step. No pressure, no rush — just honest guidance from people who've done this thousands of times.
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