Buying your first home is exciting, but it also can be a little scary. Going from renter to homeowner is a big step, one you will not want to take without preparation and assistance. Several issues should be addressed early in the process, such as financing and whether you will work with a REALTOR®. A recent survey by the National Association of REALTORS® revealed that 88 percent of buyers reported using an agent to purchase their home.

Most buyers use agents who are referred by friends or family members.Jason Gutierrez with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Don Johnson REALTORS® has spent more than a decade helping first-time homebuyers in the San Antonio area navigate the process. Gutierrez said 80 percent of his clients are first-time homebuyers. I recently talked to him about the local real estate market and how he helps his clients prepare to become homeowners.

 

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