INTERVIEW: 90 Day Homeowner: Tyler & Erin's New Jersey Journey - 387

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 the country might sound impossible — especially if you're trying to DIY the whole thing. But Tyler, a self-described spreadsheet guy, learned that numbers aren't enough. Once he and Erin connected with a unicorn real estate team through How to Buy a Home, everything changed. In this interview, they walk us through their fast-track journey from research to keys in hand — including the mindset shifts, practical tips, and surprising ease of the process once they had the right guidance.

You’ll learn:

• Why talking to your boss might be the first step in buying a home
• How Erin and Tyler chose a “must-have” that simplified everything
• What made them realize they were ready — even when they didn’t feel like it
• How unicorn agents make fast, informed decisions easier for buyers

This story will challenge your assumptions and remind you: you don’t have to do this alone.

Quote: "It can be overwhelming, but having one or two things to focus on — like a good kitchen — helped us feel grounded."

Highlights:

• Tyler and Erin closed on their New Jersey home in just 90 days
• Tyler emphasized the need to prep your employer for schedule flexibility
• Erin highlighted the power of choosing one “must-have” to stay focused
• Working with a unicorn agent clarified their finances and sped up the process
• Their experience reveals many buyers are closer to ready than they think

Referenced Episodes:

• Ep. 6: Choosing House Must-Haves
• Ep. 2: Choosing a Realtor and Lender
• Ep. 1: Deciding Your Goals

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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.

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