Every episode of my podcast, First Time Home Buyer Pros — one topic per episode, plain English, real numbers. I record this for first-time buyers in California and Texas. If you are brand new, start with Episode 1 and work your way down. If you need one topic right now, jump straight to it.
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All episodes
31 episodes. Episode 26 was removed from the catalog, and there is no Episode 13 — the numbering skips it.
| Ep. | Episode | Date | Length | Listen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Basics of buying a home from start to finish. | May 31, 2022 | 16:06 | Listen |
| 2 | How to Choose a Mortgage Lender: 10 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask | Sep 17, 2026 | 13:55 | Listen |
| 3 | Choosing a Real Estate Agent | Aug 13, 2022 | 24:27 | Listen |
| 4 | Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification: What First-Time Home Buyers Need to Know | Oct 5, 2026 | 12:07 | Listen |
| 5 | What is a Credit Score, and is Credit Karma Accurate | Aug 19, 2022 | 9:06 | Listen |
| 6 | What is an FHA Loan? | Oct 2, 2022 | 17:33 | Listen |
| 7 | Buying an REO or Short Sale Home | Oct 13, 2022 | 21:27 | Listen |
| 8 | How to Save for a Down Payment on a House | Nov 11, 2022 | 14:53 | Listen |
| 9 | Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home? | Nov 17, 2022 | 10:23 | Listen |
| 10 | What is a VA Loan? | Dec 2, 2022 | 7:51 | Listen |
| 11 | What is a Home Inspection? | Jan 10, 2023 | 14:46 | Listen |
| 12 | Are You Emotionally Ready To Buy A Home? | Feb 6, 2023 | 11:24 | Listen |
| 14 | Alternate Loan Programs | Feb 10, 2023 | 16:40 | Listen |
| 15 | What You Need to Know About Credit | Feb 20, 2023 | 29:14 | Listen |
| 16 | The Hidden Costs and Fees of Buying a Home | Feb 25, 2023 | 16:04 | Listen |
| 17 | Purchasing a New Construction Home | Mar 5, 2023 | 13:10 | Listen |
| 18 | What is Marry the House, Date the Rate? | Mar 10, 2023 | 5:36 | Listen |
| 19 | Down Payment Assistance Programs | Mar 29, 2023 | 17:21 | Listen |
| 20 | Empowered 3.5% Down Payment Assistance Program – Forgiven after 6 Months | Apr 20, 2023 | 9:36 | Listen |
| 21 | How To Budget for Buying A House | May 7, 2023 | 24:13 | Listen |
| 22 | Home Touring and Open House Tips | May 14, 2023 | 15:02 | Listen |
| 23 | Condo and Townhome Living: Common Misbeliefs and Why They Might be a Great First Home | May 29, 2023 | 14:53 | Listen |
| 24 | Conquering Condo Financing: A First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide | Jun 6, 2023 | 21:30 | Listen |
| 25 | Exploring the Benefits of Smaller Homes and Finding Your Perfect Space | Jun 18, 2023 | 19:56 | Listen |
| 27 | Manufactured Homes & Building A Home On Your Own Land | Aug 11, 2023 | 33:35 | Listen |
| 28 | Understanding and Utilizing Seller Concessions for Maximum Home Buying Advantage | Nov 20, 2023 | 15:27 | Listen |
| 29 | When Is the Right Time to Buy Your First Home? | Aug 22, 2026 | 13:03 | Listen |
| — | Buying a home in a ‘high’ interest rate environment. | Aug 31, 2026 | 6:17 | Listen |
| — | How Much House Can I Actually Afford? A Financial Planner Explains | Sep 8, 2026 | 11:05 | Listen |
| — | Navigating the 2025 Real Estate Market: What You Should Know as First-Time Homebuyers | Jan 20, 2025 | 15:43 | Listen |
| — | 2025 Housing Outlook: Rates, Prices, and How to Play It | Sep 30, 2025 | 13:38 | Listen |
Want the same topics with the full math? Read the blog — every episode has a matching article. And if you are ready to run your own numbers, try the Home Affordability Calculator or talk to me — call (949) 357-5029 or email hello@fthbpros.com.