Buying Your First Home Without Screwing It Up Ep. 19

Buying Your First Home Without Screwing It Up

Buying your first home is exciting—but it’s also a minefield of costly mistakes waiting to happen. In this episode of My Credit Sucks Podcast, we break down the most common missteps first-time homebuyers make—and more importantly, how to avoid them.

From skipping your credit check to falling in love with the wrong house, we’re giving you the real talk no one else will. You’ll learn:

• Why your credit score and DTI can make or break your approval
• The danger of house hunting without a pre-approval
• The hidden costs of buying a home most people forget
• Why a home inspection is non-negotiable (yes, even in a bidding war)
• How to keep emotions in check and make smart, future-proof choices

Whether you're a first-time buyer or just planning ahead, this episode is your no-fluff, real-world guide to buying a home the right way.

💡 Tune in and learn how to buy smart, stay protected, and actually enjoy the journey to homeownership—without blowing up your budget.

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