The Smart Way to Buy a Home in 2026 (What I’d Personally Do)

Do NOT buy a home until you watch this! In this video, I share exactly what I would do if I were a homebuyer. Learn practical home buying tips for 2026, how to navigate the current housing market, why it’s smart to take your time, and how to find the best new home construction incentives like builder credits and mortgage rate buydowns. I also cover key advice on budgeting, location, and long-term investing so you can make confident decisions in today’s real estate market.

The video I mentioned today: 5 HUGE Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a NEW Home:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCf6EU9iFaw

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Source of reports I covered in the video:
Jason’s brain :) - what a scary place
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Jason Walter, CPA (inactive CPA lic 103885)
Realtor in Sacramento at eXp Realty (DRE 01923240)
Mortgage Loan Officer at Revest Homes, Inc. (NMLS 2566691, NMLS 2362319)
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Disclaimer:
Jason Walter is not a practicing tax accountant or a licensed attorney or a financial adviser. Therefore, the information in these videos shall not be relied upon as tax, legal, or financial advice from a qualified perspective. If you need such advice, please contact a qualified tax accountant, attorney, or financial advisor. We have taken reasonable steps to check that the information in this video is accurate but we cannot represent that it is free from errors. You expressly agree not to rely upon any information contained in this video - it is for entertainment purposes only.

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