Introduction: How to Buy a Home Starter Series (START HERE)

Welcome to the official starting point of How to Buy a Home.If you’re ready to stop renting but don’t know where to start, this is your map. In this episode, David Sidoni introduces the 10 Steps System — the complete homebuying education plan trusted by first-time buyers across the U.S. You won’t learn every step today — this episode is your orientation.David explains how the system works, what you’ll learn in the episodes ahead, and how to start preparing right now with three simple, actionable steps you can take today. Buying your first home can feel impossible. You’ve got questions — How much money do I need? What about my credit? When should I even start? That’s exactly why this series exists. In this reboot of How to Buy a Home’s signature 10 Steps System, David lays out the roadmap that gives you the clarity, structure, and confidence you’ve been missing. This episode is the introduction — the foundation for the ten educational episodes that follow. You’ll hear how the system works, what each step will cover, and why this is the most trusted guide for first-time buyers today. Over the next ten episodes, David will walk you through everything: How to set your goals and build your teamHow to improve your credit and manage debtHow to save for your down paymentHow to find the right home and navigate the current market By the end of this short intro, you’ll know exactly where to begin — and leave with three real-world actions to get you started today, even if you’re still renting or just starting your research. This isn’t another quick tip podcast — it’s your step-by-step education plan to finally buy your first home with confidence. “By the end of this, I’m going to give you three action steps that you can start today — yeah, progress immediately.” Highlights: Learn how the 10 Steps System works — and why it’s the most trusted first-time buyer framework in the U.S.Understand what each of the 10 steps will teach you in future episodes.Find out when and how to start your homebuying prep — even if you’re not financially ready yet.Discover how HBH helps you educate, protect, and connect with qualified professionals.Updated for 2025–2026 — real guidance for today’s market conditions.Take three simple action steps before the next episode to start your journey. Connect with me to find a trusted realtor in your area or to answer your burning questions!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @HowToBuyaHomeInstagram @HowtoBuyAHomePodcastTik Tok @HowToBuyAHomeVisit our Resource Center to "Ask David" AND get your FREE Home Buying Starter Kit!David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and consumer advocate with two decades of experience helping first-time homebuyers navigate the real estate market. His podcast, "How to Buy a Home," is a trusted resource for anyone looking to buy their first home. It offers expert advice, actionable tips, and inspiring stories from real first-time homebuyers. With a focus on making the home-buying process accessible and understandable, David breaks down complex topics into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from budgeting and financing to finding the right home and making an offer. Subscribe for regular market updates, and leave a review to help us reach more people. Ready for an honest, informed home-buying experience? Viva la Unicorn Revolution - join us!