How To Buy A Home

The final four questions from the 20 most-asked by first-time buyers — including real-life success stories and crucial myths to stop believing now.In this episode, David Sidoni closes out the 7-part series on the 20 most common questions from first-time homebuyers. Questions 17 through 20 tackle some of the biggest decision points in the journey: What type of property is best for you? Are HOAs really that bad? Who actually pays your agent? And should you wait to buy?With clarity, empathy, and strategic insight, David unpacks each question using real buyer stories — like Melissa’s bold move into a condo with an HOA in pricey Southern California — and explains why the biggest cost you face might be waiting too long. He also breaks down how commissions work after the 2024 legal changes, and why building your homebuying team early is not just smart — it could save you thousands. If you're serious about buying but still wrestling with doubts, this episode is your crash course in cutting through the noise and