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Renting to Role Model: A Single Mom's Homebuying Journey (INTERVIEW) - 374
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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 possible in her expensive Long Island market. Determined to set an example for her teenage daughter, she reached out to the How to Buy a Home podcast, learned the steps, and put them into action. Vayola shares her top tips for first-time buyers: trust your "unicorn" real estate team, keep your funds liquid and ready to move, and never settle until you find the right home. Her journey proves that with the right preparation and guidance, even the most daunting housing markets can be navigated successfully.
Quote: "Trust your unicorn team. They know what they’re doing. You’re in good hands." - Vayola
Highlights:
- Why trusting a vetted real estate team is critical for first-time buyers
- How to keep your funds accessible for a fast-moving market
- The importance of patience and not settling for the wrong home
- Turning homeownership into a lasting legacy for your family
- Action steps to prepare before your offer is accepted
Referenced Episodes
- 104 – Interview With A Single, Female First-Time Home Buyer Who Closed In 2022, Trying Since 2019
- 109 - Brian and Diana - 4 months, From Wondering About Buying their 1st home to Getting the Keys
- 116 - Interview With First-Time Home Buyers Whose Rent Went Up 90% In One Year BAILED On Renting!
- 128 - First Time Buyer Couple Interview - Making The Move From Apartment To Condo
- 129 – Interview With A First Time Home Buyer Who Bought WITHOUT Two Years Of Employment
- 167 - Interview: Buying a $300K Home With Only $18k? Yes!
- 169 - Woman Power: This Single Woman Bought Her First Home
- 189 - INTERVIEW - VA Loans: Bad for Buyers or a Christmas Miracle?
- 217 - Interview With Millie - How To Buy Your First Home Before Turning 30
Connect with me to find a trusted realtor in your area or to answer your burning questions!
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @HowToBuyaHome
Instagram @HowtoBuyAHomePodcast
Tik Tok @HowToBuyAHome
Visit our Resource Center to "Ask David" AND get your FREE Home Buying Starter Kit!
David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and consumer advocate with two decades of experience helping first-time homebuyers navigate the real estate market. His podcast, "How to Buy a Home," is a trusted resource for anyone looking to buy their first home. It offers expert advice, actionable tips, and inspiring stories from real first-time homebuyers. With a focus on making the home-buying process accessible and understandable, David breaks down complex topics into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from budgeting and financing to finding the right home and making an offer.
Subscribe for regular market updates, and leave a review to help us reach more people. Ready for an honest, informed home-buying experience? Viva la Unicorn Revolution - join us!
507 episodes
Manage episode 498588279 series 2505056
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 possible in her expensive Long Island market. Determined to set an example for her teenage daughter, she reached out to the How to Buy a Home podcast, learned the steps, and put them into action. Vayola shares her top tips for first-time buyers: trust your "unicorn" real estate team, keep your funds liquid and ready to move, and never settle until you find the right home. Her journey proves that with the right preparation and guidance, even the most daunting housing markets can be navigated successfully.
Quote: "Trust your unicorn team. They know what they’re doing. You’re in good hands." - Vayola
Highlights:
- Why trusting a vetted real estate team is critical for first-time buyers
- How to keep your funds accessible for a fast-moving market
- The importance of patience and not settling for the wrong home
- Turning homeownership into a lasting legacy for your family
- Action steps to prepare before your offer is accepted
Referenced Episodes
- 104 – Interview With A Single, Female First-Time Home Buyer Who Closed In 2022, Trying Since 2019
- 109 - Brian and Diana - 4 months, From Wondering About Buying their 1st home to Getting the Keys
- 116 - Interview With First-Time Home Buyers Whose Rent Went Up 90% In One Year BAILED On Renting!
- 128 - First Time Buyer Couple Interview - Making The Move From Apartment To Condo
- 129 – Interview With A First Time Home Buyer Who Bought WITHOUT Two Years Of Employment
- 167 - Interview: Buying a $300K Home With Only $18k? Yes!
- 169 - Woman Power: This Single Woman Bought Her First Home
- 189 - INTERVIEW - VA Loans: Bad for Buyers or a Christmas Miracle?
- 217 - Interview With Millie - How To Buy Your First Home Before Turning 30
Connect with me to find a trusted realtor in your area or to answer your burning questions!
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @HowToBuyaHome
Instagram @HowtoBuyAHomePodcast
Tik Tok @HowToBuyAHome
Visit our Resource Center to "Ask David" AND get your FREE Home Buying Starter Kit!
David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and consumer advocate with two decades of experience helping first-time homebuyers navigate the real estate market. His podcast, "How to Buy a Home," is a trusted resource for anyone looking to buy their first home. It offers expert advice, actionable tips, and inspiring stories from real first-time homebuyers. With a focus on making the home-buying process accessible and understandable, David breaks down complex topics into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from budgeting and financing to finding the right home and making an offer.
Subscribe for regular market updates, and leave a review to help us reach more people. Ready for an honest, informed home-buying experience? Viva la Unicorn Revolution - join us!
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