Episode 9: Real Estate Roundtable with Brian Ohmann & James Reyes

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On this week’s Roadmap to Retirement episode, I was joined by Brian Ohmann from AnnieMac Home Mortgage and James Reyes, Real Estate Agent from Keller Williams.  When you are looking to make a big financial decision in your life, it is always good to talk to someone. Today, we are going to discuss the financial needs that come with buying your first home.

Key Takeaways:

  • First time home buyer process & how much you SHOULD spend
  • FHA loans
  • Signs you’re ready to downsize
  • Being realistic in today’s buying market
  • Is your realtor a good fit? 
  • Why you need more sellers than buyers for prices to go down
  • What you should know before becoming a landlord
  • Investment property vs. primary residence