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How to Buy a Home

David Sidoni

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How to Buy a Home is here to change the game for first-time buyers. Can I really buy a home? How much do I need? Where do I start? The real estate industry overlooks first-time buyers, leaving them with myths, bad advice, and roadblocks. Real estate expert David Sidoni has spent 20 years helping renters become homeowners, coaching thousands across the country. Get real answers, insider strategies, and success stories from buyers just like you. Homeownership might be closer than you think. Le ...
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The Way with Dino Katsiametis is your ultimate resource for navigating entrepreneurship, balancing work and life, and leaving a lasting legacy in the mortgage business. Hosted by industry expert Dino Katsiametis, each episode features insightful interviews with top entrepreneurs, business leaders, and visionaries who share their journeys, secrets to success, and lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, lead with impact, or find harmony in your daily hustl ...
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In this powerful episode of The Way with Dino Katsiametis, Dino sits down with David Sidoni—realtor, national educator, podcast host, and self-proclaimed “guru for first-time home buyers.” David shares his journey from show business (Newsies, Disney, Michael Jackson, and more) to building a revolutionary system that empowers Gen Z and millennial bu…
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What if everything you were told about homeownership was a lie? This episode breaks down the death of the boomer American Dream — and introduces a smarter, realistic path to owning a home today. You’ve heard the narrative: the housing market is broken, homeownership is out of reach, and the American Dream is dead. And in a way, that’s true — but no…
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After years of thinking they weren’t ready, Isaac and his wife realized they’d been holding themselves back for the wrong reasons. In this episode, they share how financial fears, wedding expenses, and career changes delayed their decision to buy — and why they now believe starting earlier would have saved them money and stress. A real-world remind…
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Buying your first home? This episode breaks down the new vs. resale debate with clear pros, cons, and strategies to help you make the best choice for your future. For first-time buyers, the choice between a brand-new home and a resale property can feel overwhelming. Each option has unique benefits and hidden challenges, and the best decision depend…
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Finally — some good news for first-time homebuyers. Housing supply is rising, interest rates are dipping, and builders are offering real incentives. This episode breaks down why 2025 may finally be your chance to buy smarter — before competition heats back up. For years, first-time buyers have been stuck facing high prices, low inventory, and disco…
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After back-to-back rental letdowns, Tim and Vanessa decided they’d had enough. This episode dives into their journey from frustration to finally buying their first home in Tarpon Springs, Florida, with insights every first-time buyer can use. Tim and Vanessa’s story begins with a double blow from their landlord — first being kicked out for renovati…
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Most renters can buy a home in 12 months or less — if they have the right system. In this episode, David Sidoni reveals the "Last Lease Ever" playbook, a practical step-by-step guide that helps first-time buyers turn rent payments into a customized strategy for homeownership. The housing industry has failed first-time homebuyers, leaving most rente…
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In this powerhouse episode of The Way with Dino Katsiametis, top-producing mortgage advisor Marc Bui shares his no-BS journey from 19-year-old loan officer to one of the most trusted voices in the industry. From surviving the crash of 2008 to mastering the art of relationship-based lending, Marc dives into how mindset shifts, tactical follow-ups, s…
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Winners don’t wait to feel ready. They train. In this episode, you’ll learn how to use the rent replacement strategy to practice homeownership before you ever buy — and build a mindset that wins in any market. You don’t become a homeowner the day you close — you become one the day you start thinking like one. This episode is your playbook. David Si…
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Think you're years away from buying your first home? You might be closer than you think. In this episode, real-life first-time buyers Tyler and Erin share how they went from overwhelmed to owning a home in just 90 days — all by finding the right help and staying focused on what really mattered. Buying a home in one of the most expensive markets in …
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A couple turns a rent hike into a homeownership strategy, navigating relocation, pregnancy, and smart financial planning to land a 1923 farmhouse in Maryland. Chris and Niki’s journey from Manhattan renters to first-time homeowners shows how strategy, timing, and teamwork can overcome the high costs of living in expensive markets. After learning th…
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Overwhelmed by the market? This special Labor Day episode is your cheat code to clarity — a binge guide to six years of first-time homebuyer education. Synopsis The housing market in 2025 feels bananas — up, down, and sideways all at once. You can’t control interest rates, inflation, or prices, but you can control your knowledge. That’s what this e…
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In the final part of the 2025 Market Shift Update, David Sidoni breaks down why affordability is finally improving — and why old affordability formulas don’t tell the full story. Discover how falling rates and shifting rent dynamics create opportunities for first-time buyers. For five years, first-time buyers have faced brutal affordability math. H…
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Part two of this special series dives into three critical pieces of the 2025 housing market shift: home sales, inventory, and affordability. David Sidoni breaks down the numbers, explains why headlines can be misleading, and shows how today’s changes open up new opportunities for first-time buyers. The 2025 housing market is in the middle of a tran…
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For the first time in over a decade, real change is reshaping the housing market. Prices, inventory, and affordability are shifting in ways that could finally give first-time buyers a new opportunity. In this episode, David Sidoni delivers a data-packed breakdown of the biggest housing market change in 17 years. After years of historically low inve…
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Think you can’t buy a home until your debt is gone and your savings are massive? Think again. In this episode, David Sidoni breaks down the real math behind saving for a down payment while managing debt — and why waiting too long could actually cost you more. For first-time homebuyers, the internet is full of misinformation: you need zero debt, a h…
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Rosie’s journey proves that even if you start off alone, overwhelmed, or unsure, the right support can change everything. In this episode, you’ll hear how one first-time buyer turned a rocky beginning into a smooth close by connecting with a trusted local expert — and how leaning into education, patience, and the right guidance helped her do what f…
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What does it take to stay relevant and impactful after four decades in the mortgage industry? In this episode of The Way with Dino Katsiametis, industry legend Dale Vermillion, founder of Mortgage Champions, shares his journey from selling pots and pans door-to-door to leading thousands in the mortgage world. Dale opens up about: Why faith, humilit…
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Think buying a short-term rental is the fast track to homeownership? In this episode, David Sidoni unpacks the real math behind Airbnb investing — and why it might be the wrong move if you’re still renting. With affordability at an all-time low, many first-time homebuyers are exploring creative ways to get into real estate. One trend gaining popula…
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In this episode, David sits down with Bhavik and Suhani, a first-time buyer couple who beat the odds and bought a home in one of the most expensive markets in the country. They share the strategies that helped them overcome fears of high monthly payments and why getting clear on their goals changed everything. If you're stuck in the rent trap and t…
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In this final part of the Homebuyer Checklist series, David Sidoni covers crucial inspection tips, what to expect at closing, and the smart moves to make immediately after getting your keys. Learn how to protect your purchase and set yourself up for long-term success. Buying your first home isn’t just about finding the right property — it’s about n…
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A rapid-fire guide to the next steps in your homebuying journey, from boosting your credit score to nailing negotiations and knowing exactly what to do after your offer is accepted. In Part 2 of the 2025 Ultimate Homebuying Checklist, David Sidoni delivers another round of actionable, must-know tips to help first-time homebuyers prepare for their p…
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Renee and Tom spent 16 years renting before finally becoming homeowners. In this episode, they share how persistence, education, and the right team helped them turn skepticism into success. After 16 years in the same rental, Renee and Tom were told they had to move. For Tom, buying a home seemed impossible at 60, especially with some credit bruises…
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Discover how a single mom in Long Island went from a decade of renting to owning her first home. This inspiring replay episode of HBH shares the story of perseverance, preparation, and the power of a trusted real estate team. In this replay of episode 265, David Sidoni sits down with Vayola, a single mother who never thought homeownership was possi…
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Struggling to turn Instagram followers into actual clients? In this episode of The Way with Dino Katsiametis, Dino sits down with Michelle Berman-Mikel—founder of Berman Media PD and creator of the Instagram Power Method—for a deep dive into using Instagram strategically (not stressfully). Michelle shares how real estate professionals and mortgage …
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A rapid-fire guide for first-time homebuyers covering the four pillars of buying a home: shopping, financing, negotiating, and inspections. These battle-tested tips will help you shop smarter, secure better financing, negotiate stronger offers, and protect yourself during inspections. In this episode, David Sidoni delivers a fast-paced, no-fluff ch…
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First-time buyers Brittany and Fred from Dallas, TX, prove you don’t need 20% down to buy a home. With expert guidance from their unicorn realtor, they navigated a seller lease-back, chose a 3% down conventional loan, and moved into their dream home — all while raising their 7-month-old daughter. In this inspiring episode, David Sidoni chats with B…
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