Planning to buy a home in 2025? REALTOR® Shad Bogany from Houston, Texas walks us through the homebuying process, from the first consultation to making an offer that will be accepted. Then, Keith Gumbinger with HSH.com shares what to look for in a mortgage, how to qualify for a home loan and what mistakes to avoid. Plus, Rob Chrane with Down Payment Assistance explains why home buyers should explore down payment assistance programs regardless of their income and purchasing power. Also, home design expert Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares if shower rooms and high-contrast spaces are hot or not.

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