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As you set your New Year goals, if buying your first home is on the list, budgeting will be the KEY to success.🏡🔑 In our latest blog, Homebuyer Budgeting 101, we provide financial planning tips to help you plan for purchasing a home in 2025. Check it out and start preparing today! 👉 https://lnkd.in/g483Km-j

Negotiating a written agreement with a REALTOR®? You have the ability to negotiate terms that work for you. REALTORS® are dedicated to transparent communication, ensuring you understand your options. Explore our Resource Guide: https://bit.ly/3ZX2zYO

An interesting episode on the 2024 winter real estate market by National Association of REALTORS®!

NEW: HUD has modernized all state webpages to make it easier for Americans to access vital resources like 🏘️ affordable housing services  🔑 homeownership support  💡 housing counseling  🆘 disaster recovery assistance  🏠 and more! Visit hud.gov/states to find your state.

This holiday season, we’re grateful for the families, lenders, and realtors who made homeownership possible in 2024. Creating paths to homeownership is at the heart of what we do, and we can’t wait to support even more first-time buyers in the year ahead. Wishing you a warm, joyful season and a bright new year. Cheers to home, family, and new beginnings! 🎄✨ #FinallyHome #HomeForTheHolidays #FirstTimeHomebuyers

Are you eligible for homebuyer assistance? 🏡 Buying your first home doesn’t have to feel out of reach! Homebuyer assistance programs are here to help with down payments, closing costs, and even lower monthly payments. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a teacher, or a veteran, there’s likely a program tailored for you. What these programs offer: 💸 Grants or loans for down payments 📉 Low-interest financing options 🛠️ Support for long-term success Who qualifies? Income limits, credit scores, location requirements, and more can determine eligibility. Many programs require completing a homebuyer education course, like ours at Finally Home!, to qualify. Ready to explore your options and take the next step toward homeownership? Start here: https://lnkd.in/gywSUDrz

What a year it’s been at Finally Home! - We had course graduates in every single state 🎓 - Launched our social media channels to share even more resources 📲 - Kicked off a new blog on our website - Attended 7 national events, meeting incredible future homeowners, lenders, realtors and partners - Provided over 3,000 clients with counseling and extended our reverse mortgage counseling into 6 different states - Launched audio on our course in both English and Spanish Every milestone represents progress toward empowering first-time homebuyers with knowledge, confidence, and a path to homeownership. 🏡 Here’s to an even bigger and brighter 2025! Thank you for being part of our journey. 💛 #FinallyHome #YearInReview #Homeownershipjourney

We had the honor of attending the 2024 Avenues for Hope campaign kickoff luncheon. Hearing David Ambroz share his powerful story of resilience and advocacy was nothing short of inspiring. His journey from homelessness to becoming a national champion for foster care, mental health, and social justice reminds us why this campaign is so important. We’re proud to support this incredible initiative and stand alongside others in the fight to end homelessness and provide safe and affordable housing to all!💙

The holidays are a time for giving back and strengthening the bonds that make our communities special. That’s why we’re proud to be a part of Idaho Housing and Finance Association’s efforts to support Toys for Tots this season. At Finally Home!, we believe in the power of community to create positive change. By coming together, we can bring joy to children in need and make this season a little brighter for everyone. Let’s celebrate the spirit of giving and the strength of our community. 💝 #ToysForTots #HolidayGiving

Renting vs. Owning a home. What is best for you? 🏡 Our latest blog breaks down the pros and cons of renting vs. owning and offers insights to help you decide. Renting: ✔️ Gives you flexibility, predictable monthly payments, and fewer maintenance responsibilities—perfect if you’re not ready to settle down or want less commitment. ✔️ Is usually a lower upfront cost, but it doesn’t contribute to building equity. Owning: ✔️ Offers stability, the chance to build equity, and the freedom to customize your space. It’s a long-term investment in your financial future. ✔️ Has higher upfront expenses (think down payments and closing costs), but every mortgage payment helps grow your investment. Choosing between the two isn’t just about numbers—it’s about what aligns with your vision for the future. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gyWAEZQR #FinallyHome