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Take the First Big Step – How to Budget for Your First Home Purchase

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it also requires careful financial planning. Creating a detailed budget can help you understand what you can afford and ensure a smooth homebuying process. Here’s how to budget for your first home purchase.

Understand Your Finances
Start by taking stock of your current financial situation.

  • Income: Calculate your monthly income after taxes.
  • Expenses: List your monthly expenses, including rent, utilities, debts, and savings contributions.
  • Savings: Determine how much you have saved for a down payment and other costs.

Factor in All Costs
Homebuying involves more than just the down payment. Be sure to account for:

  • Closing Costs: Typically 2-5% of the home’s purchase price.
  • Moving Expenses: Costs for movers, truck rentals, or storage units.
  • Ongoing Costs: Property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintenance.

Determine Your Price Range
Use your financial data to calculate how much you can afford.

  • DTI Ratio: Lenders typically prefer a debt-to income ratio of 43% or lower.
  • Mortgage Calculator: Use online tools to estimate monthly payments based on different price points and interest rates.

Plan for Unexpected Expenses
Always have a financial cushion for unexpected repairs or emergencies.

  • Emergency Fund: Set aside 3-6 months of living expenses in savings.

Budgeting for your first home purchase takes time and effort, but it’s a crucial step in achieving homeownership. By understanding your finances, planning for costs, and sticking to a realistic budget, you can make the process less stressful and more rewarding. We have plenty of resources to help you get your budget started. Contact us today for more information on this. 

For more information about Choice Mortgage Group, visit www.choicemortgage.com.

Choice Mortgage Group
2424 N Federal Hwy, Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 395-6900
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2424 N Federal Hwy, Suite 100
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 395-6900
(888) 216-6476

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