The first step would be to find an agent who likes working with first-time home buyers. Call at least two and request a Buyer Consultation. Ask them to explain how it works where you live. A good buyer’s agent will take the time with you until you are comfortable with the process. After that, you need to get…

As a full-time buyer’s agent, I would say taking time to educate yourself on the process is time well-spent. I see a lot of clients taking advice from friends and relatives who haven’t done a transaction in years. What was true then might not be true today.