The first step is to determine your budget and get pre-approved for a mortgage. Then, work with a real estate agent to find homes that match your needs and preferences.

The time it takes to sell a home depends on market conditions, pricing, and location. On average, homes sell within 30–60 days, but proper staging and pricing can speed up the process.

While it’s possible to buy or sell a home on your own, a real estate agent provides expert guidance, market insights, and negotiation skills that can help you get the best deal.

In addition to the purchase price, buyers should budget for closing costs, home inspections, property taxes, and homeowners insurance. Your real estate agent can provide a detailed cost breakdown.

A real estate agent can provide a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to assess your home's value based on similar properties in your area. Online home valuation tools can also give you an estimate.

The real estate market varies, but spring and summer are typically the busiest seasons for buying and selling. However, there can be advantages to buying in the fall or winter when there’s less competition.