Clare's First Home Journey

Buying your first home?
I was just there.

I’m Clare, and buying my first home had been a goal of mine for a long time. I know how overwhelming the process can feel when you don’t know where to start, so I’m sharing my journey and what I learned along the way to help make it a little less stressful for other first-time buyers.

Clare and Mark outside their first home
Our first home ❤️
Buying my first home was always a goal.
Step 01
Friday, September 11

Buying my first home was always a goal.

The hard part was knowing where to start. There’s a lot to figure out, and it can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to make sense of it all for the first time.

“I started taking small steps and realized buying a home might not be as far out as I thought.”
Step 01 of 4
Can Your Budget Handle a Mortgage?
Step 02
Friday, September 25

Can Your Budget Handle a Mortgage?

Before you can figure out what you’re comfortable spending on a home, you need to understand where your money is going each month. Breaking down your expenses can make your budget and your next steps feel a lot clearer.

"Start by knowing where your money is actually going."
Step 02 of 4
Don't Start House Hunting Until You Do This
Step 03
Friday, October 9

Don't Start House Hunting Until You Do This

Before you start house hunting, it’s important to understand what you can actually afford. Speaking with a mortgage broker early can help you understand your financing options, what you may qualify for, and what your monthly payments could look like so you can start your home search with confidence.

“The right mortgage broker can make all the difference.”
Step 03 of 4
Where you save for your first home matters
Step 04
Friday, October 23

Where you save for your first home matters

When I was saving for my first home, I learned that choosing the right savings accounts could make a big difference. Between the FHSA, RRSP, and TFSA, there are different benefits worth understanding before you start putting money aside.

“I used all three of these accounts when buying my first home, and each one helped me in a different way.”
Step 04 of 4
Up nextA new step in Clare's journey every other Friday.
Under $700,000

See what’s out there right now

Curious what your budget could actually get you? Here are a few homes currently on the market under $700,000.

 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
Ready for your next step?

Not sure where to start? That’s okay.

Whether you’re just thinking about buying, starting to save, or ready to look at homes, tell us where you’re at. A Faris Team Sales Partner can help answer your questions and make the next step feel a little clearer.

Clare and Mark with their Realtor on closing day
Final walkthrough with our Agent 🏡

Get started

Let us know where you are in the process and we’ll connect you with someone who can help answer your questions.