Today I'm spilling some of the costs you can expect when buying a home.

A: Some of the expenses you'll want to prepare for when house hunting go beyond the down payment (but the good news is, you don't need 20% down to qualify for a mortgage)! Here are a few things you'll want to keep in mind when budgeting for the home buying process.

๐Ÿ” Home Inspection ($400-500)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Earnest Money (1-3% of the purchase price)

๐Ÿ“Š Appraisal (Around $500)

๐Ÿงพ Down Payment (Depending on the loan type you qualify for, this can vary but can be as low as 3% - check with a mortgage professional for exact numbers and percentages)!

๐Ÿ’ต Closing Costs (Some of the items I mentioned above are part of your closing costs but the total closing costs may vary and can be determined by your lender)

๐Ÿก Taxes & Homeowner's Insurance

If you want to learn what else to expect on the road to homeownership, I cover everything in my Buyer Consults but make sure you follow me for more tips!