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Get Financially Ready to Buy*

Preparing to become a first-time home buyer usually takes time and discipline. You need to build your savings, raise your credit score, and determine how much you can afford.

We've made it easy by providing a step-by-step action plan worksheet to get you financially ready to buy your first home. Simply follow the plan and then enroll in First Home!

Get financially ready to buy while we hold your benefits in the First Home program!

Ready | Set | Buy - Playbook

Savings & Budgeting

Savings & Budgeting

Since you'll need a downpayment, the Playbook guides you to start saving with a monthly budget, track expenses, and get to your down payment goal.

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Improving Credit

Improving Credit

To help you be more financially attractive for a mortgage, the Playbook offers steps to understand and increase your credit score.

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How much can I afford

How much can I afford

The Playbook includes links to our online tools and calculators to help you determine the right mortgage payment and understand other costs.

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Our step-by-step action plan helps you get financially ready to buy*

The Playbook includes links to our online tools and calculators to help you determine the right mortgage payment and understand other costs.