If you are planning to buy a single family home, condo or townhouse in San Diego, please attend our Free seminar that focuses on the unique needs of first time home buyers.

Date: To be determined.

Location: Realty Executives offices, 4565 Ruffner Street, San Diego, CA 92111

Cost: Free

Registration: Required. To register, call (619) 980-2702 or email us your name and email address.

Did you know that:

• 40% of all homebuyers were first-time homebuyers

• More than half of first-time buyers were between 25 and 34 years old

• Average age of first-time buyers was 32 years

• Median household income is $54,500

• 7% of first-time home buyers were single

Get answers to common questions:

• What is the forecast for San Diego real estate?

• Is real estate still appreciating in value?

• What is the difference between a condo, townhome and single-family house?

• How much home can I afford?

• Are there affordable options in the community where I want to live?

• How much do I need for a down payment and how can I accumulate it?

• What are the steps in the home buying process?

• How do I go about making an offer?

• How do I go about finding a lender and applying for a mortgage?

• What is a FICO score and how does it work?

• How do I find a realtor?

• What do I need to consider when buying a home?

• How does a home inspection work? How much does it cost?

• How do I find out about schools in my area?

• What are closing costs?  How much can I expect in closing costs?