How To Buy A Home

VA loan myths, self-employment hurdles, and relocating with a toddler—Jessica’s story proves that even with obstacles, a smart plan and the right team make homeownership possible. Jessica is a military spouse, a self-employed business owner, and a mom—three factors that many people assume make buying a home impossible. In this episode, she shares exactly how she proved them all wrong. With a VA loan, a “unicorn” real estate team, and months of early preparation, she bought a home in a dream neighborhood—even after losing out on an earlier offer.This interview is packed with hard-earned wisdom about organizing documents for underwriting, dealing with VA misconceptions, and navigating the emotional ups and downs of buying as a military family with limited local support. Whether you’re active duty, self-employed, or just trying to figure out how to make homeownership work in tough circumstances, Jessica’s story shows it can be done—and why it’s worth it.Quote:“It’s like a light in the dark—out of nowhere, you su