Homebuyer Learning Center

Have questions about the homebuying process? Not sure where to begin on the path to homeownership? Start here!

WATCH: Homebuyer Video Series

Where to Begin

Importance of Homebuyer Ed.

Choosing a Lender

The Benefits of a MassHousing Loan

Is Homeownership Right for You?

The Importance of a Good Realtor

Borrower Story - The Rosarios

READ: Step-by-Step Homebuyer Guide

Step 1: What can I afford?

First things first: it's time to review your financial picture, consider the expenses involved in owning property, and determine your budget.

Step 2: Find an Affordable Home

Once you've determined your price range, it's time to start looking at houses. But where should you look, what can you expect to find?

Step 3: Homebuyer Education

Attending a homebuyer education course will help you understand the complexities of buying a home, and will prepare you for the responsibilities of homeownership.

Step 4: Eligibility Check

Now is a good time to start exploring lenders and mortgage options.

Step 5: Making an Offer

You’ve found a home that meets your wants, needs and budget. It’s time to make an offer.

Step 6: Applying for a Mortgage

With an offer accepted, it's time to address financing

Step 7: The Home Inspection

A satisfactory home inspection is a major component of purchasing a home.

Step 8: The Closing Process

Learn what's involved in the last step of buying a home.

LISTEN: Home at Last in Mass. Podcast

15. "With you every step of the way"

14. Brutal Honesty

13. Staying grounded, DPA, credit...

12. First steps, multifamily homes...

11. DPA, credit scores, homebuyer ed...

10. Buying during a Crisis, Part 3

9. Buying during a Crisis, Part 2

8. Buying during a Crisis, Part 1

7. More Homebuyer Questions

6. Getting Started

5. The Loan Process

4. Homebuyer Education

3. Homebuying Mistakes

2. Are you ready to buy a home?

1. Introduction to MassHousing

Homebuyer Success Stories

Homeownership Down Payment Assistance

Lisa Jones

Across the country and into a home of her own

December 10, 2021

With the help of an affordable mortgage loan and down payment assistance from MassHousing, Lisa and her family are settled into their new home in Massachusetts.