Here's what you'll learn:

    1. Start Here: Welcome and Introductions

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    1. Should I buy or rent? And does it make a difference where I live?

    2. I want to buy a house, where do I start?

    3. Chapter 1 Quiz

    4. tl/dr: Chapter 1 Takeaways

    1. A word about mortgages:

    2. What is a mortgage?

    3. What is the difference between a loan officer and a mortgage broker?

    4. What’s the difference between getting a mortgage from a bank and working with a mortgage company?

    5. How do I choose a bank/mortgage company?

    6. How will my credit score affect financing?

    7. BONUS CONTENT: What goes into determining your credit score?

    8. How much money do I need upfront?

    9. What is a down-payment, and how much should I put down?

    10. What is a down payment assistance program (DPA)?

    11. What’s the difference between an FHA and conventional mortgage?

    12. What is mortgage insurance and private mortgage insurance?

    13. What is Title Insurance and do I need it?

    14. Is there an alternative to a mortgage?

    15. What do I need to know about buying in cash?

    16. Chapter 2 Quiz

    17. tl/dr: Chapter 2 Takeaways

    1. What is a Realtor and what is a real estate broker and why do I need one?

    2. How do I choose a real estate agent?

    3. What is a Buyer Broker Agreement?

    4. Do I have to pay a commission?

    5. Can I work with more than one real estate agent?

    6. Can I buy without an agent?

    7. What if I find a house that’s for sale by the owner?

    8. Can you ask the agent or seller if it's a “good neighborhood?”

    9. Can your agent tell you about crime or sex offenders in the neighborhood?

    10. Chapter 3 Quiz

    11. tl/dr: Chapter 3 Takeaways

    1. What paperwork do I need to have ready before making an offer?

    2. How do I make an offer through my real estate agent?

    3. How much should I offer?

    4. What is an escrow deposit?

    5. What are contract contingencies?

    6. What are "Additional Terms"?

    7. Can the seller back out?

    8. How do I choose the closing date?

    9. What is an inspection period and how long should it be?

    10. What can I expect after submitting an offer?

    11. How long will it take from contract to closing?

    12. How do I make an offer if I’m not working with an agent?

    13. Is money needed upfront/on hand to make an offer to a seller?

    14. Chapter 4 Quiz

    15. tl/dr: Chapter 4 Takeaways

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