THE HOMEBUYER PATHWAYFrom first questions
to your next step.
Build an understanding of the process, the numbers and your documents. Practice with fictional examples, then bring it together in a readiness plan.
8 modules32 focused lessonsBeginner friendlySelf-paced
Lessons include walkthroughs, practice with feedback, and knowledge checks. Module quizzes and a final assessment help you review. Completion also includes a guided self-assessment of your plan; paid private mentorship is not required.
The complete pathway is being prepared for enrollment. Try the sample lesson while the curriculum completes review.
One clear journey, in small steps.
01Your starting point4 focused lessons+
A clear path from first questions to informed conversations.
Your homebuying goal7 min · practice included
People in the process7 min · practice included
From preparation to closing7 min · practice included
Preparation and lender decisions7 min · practice included
02Make sense of the numbers4 focused lessons+
Explore housing costs, borrowing ratios and your budget.
Your full housing budget7 min · practice included
What is in the housing payment?7 min · practice included
Understanding debt-to-income ratios7 min · practice included
Down payment, equity and LTV7 min · practice included
03Understand your documents4 focused lessons+
Read the essentials and organize what you may need.
Read a paystub7 min · practice included
Read a W-27 min · practice included
Different income stories7 min · practice included
Organize your evidence7 min · practice included
04Get to know your credit4 focused lessons+
Understand reports, payments and questions worth asking.
Credit report anatomy7 min · practice included
Scores and reports7 min · practice included
Balances versus payments7 min · practice included
Discrepancies and next steps7 min · practice included
05Explore your loan options4 focused lessons+
Compare structures, programs and the whole offer.
Fixed and adjustable rates7 min · practice included
Conventional and FHA pathways7 min · practice included
VA and USDA pathways7 min · practice included
Compare the whole offer7 min · practice included
06Plan your cash to close4 focused lessons+
Understand funds, assistance and your personal buffer.
Cash needed at closing7 min · practice included
Assets and source of funds7 min · practice included
Gifts and assistance7 min · practice included
Reserves and your buffer7 min · practice included
07Prepare for closing4 focused lessons+
Make sense of property reviews, disclosures and next steps.
Inspection and appraisal7 min · practice included
Title, insurance and other costs7 min · practice included
Review your disclosures7 min · practice included
Closing and first months7 min · practice included
08Build your readiness plan4 focused lessons+
Bring it together into a practical, personal action plan.
Build your readiness summary7 min · practice included
Practice the lender conversation7 min · practice included
Resolve gaps7 min · practice included
Demonstrate and continue7 min · practice included
Learning options
FOCUS ON YOUR NEXT STEPIndividual course
Follow the complete homebuyer pathway, with practical exercises and a readiness plan you can take into your next conversation.
- Eight focused learning modules
- Practice, quizzes and saved progress
- A personal readiness plan
Enrollment details will be available when the course opens.
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