29: Homeownership 101: All The Things You Need to Know as a First-Time Homeowner, with Kendra Barnes

Buying your first home is equally thrilling and downright terrifying! Homeownership is peak adulting and often leaves many millennials feeling dismayed at the steep learning curve -- not to mention ALL that paperwork (#help!) If you're feeling the pressure, fear not because Zuri chats with Kendra Barnes, a Real Estate investor passionate about demystifying the homeownership process in this week's episode.  In true 101 style, Kendra shares her expert opinion on renting vs. buying, if you really need a downpayment, the benefits of shopping for a mortgage lender, the lowest credit you can have to buy a house and explains what it means when a home is "Under Contract." Stay till the end, as Kendra shares her top tips for first-time homeowners and explains the phenomenon that is house hacking (a clutch strategy that will take your coins to the next level!) Share this episode with a friend NOW + let us know your favorite part of the convo: @ZuriHall and @HotHappyMess Head over to hothappymess.com for all the show notes mentioned in this episode and for ALL the deets on how to join our exclusive Facebook group!   Recent episodes: if ya feel like bingeing:   ICYMI: Listen to Episode 25: Insecures' Yvonne Orji on Why You Should Always Bet on Yourself ICYMI: Listen to Episode 24: Imposter Syndrome (How to Fight it + OWN Your Opportunities!) ICYMI: Listen to Episode 23: How I Made It: Zuri Hall's Career Story ICYMI: Listen to Episode 21.5: I Bought a House (Bonus Episode) Go back to the beginning --- ICYMI: Listen to Episode 1: How to Be Happy   Follow @ZuriHall and @HotHappyMess on Instagram to keep the good vibes going.   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertiser Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com