First-Time Home-Buyer Mistakes
Ramsey Solutions
Get organized and ready to buy a home you love—from setting a budget to saving a big down payment faster.
Your Step–by–Step Guide to Saving for a Down Payment
Believe it or not, saving for a home is possible—and you can do it too. Use our free guide to break down your goal into simple steps so you can buy your home faster and with confidence.
Track Your Down Payment Goal With Confidence and Ease
That down payment number might look big, but you’ve got what it takes to reach your savings goal. Our free EveryDollar budgeting app makes it easy to track your progress and stay motivated—so you can afford a home you love faster.
Need Renting Help?
Renting makes good training wheels for future homeowners. But it’s a bad long-term plan for your money. To help you make smart decisions while renting and preparing to buy, we gathered our best renter resources into one place. Here’s some of the advice you’ll find:
- When to rent vs. buy
- How much rent you can afford
- Renting mistakes to avoid
Ramsey Advice on Preparing to Buy
Ramsey Solutions
Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
Rachel Cruze
When Is the Best Time to Buy a House?
George Kamel
Am I Ready to Buy a House?
Ramsey Solutions
How Much House Can I Afford?
Rachel Cruze
How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House?
Rachel Cruze
New! Real Estate the Ramsey Way
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New! In–Depth
Home–Buying Course
Feeling lost about buying a house? We get it. The process can be overwhelming. That's why we created our new course, How to Buy a Home You Can Actually Afford. Dive deep with George Kamel, co-host of The Ramsey Show, and learn a proven plan to seal the deal on a home you love that fits your budget.
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