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First-time buyers who are not sure where to start
Renters comparing lease renewal versus buying
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Buyer quiz
Find out if you are actually ready to buy.
A quick gut check for buyers who are close, curious, or trying to figure out what to fix before talking to a lender.
What's inside
Questions about timeline, savings, credit, and monthly comfort
A clearer read on your buying readiness
A path toward the next useful conversation
Use it when
Take it before reaching out to an agent.
Use it to decide what to ask a lender.
Send it to a partner so you can compare where you both are.
Why start with a quiz
Most buyers do not need a sales pitch first. They need to know if the timing is real, what their weak spot is, and whether buying now creates stress or stability.
What happens next
If the quiz says you are close, talk to a Roots agent and lender. If it says you are not quite ready, you will know what to work on instead of guessing.
Frequently asked questions
First-Time Homebuyer Quiz FAQ
Short answers to common questions that come up before you use this resource or bring the next decision to Roots.
How do I know if I am ready to buy a house?
You are likely ready when you have stable income, a handle on your debt, a credit score in a workable range, and enough saved for a down payment plus closing costs and a small cushion. Timeline matters too, since buying usually makes more sense when you plan to stay several years. This quiz gives you a fast read on where you stand.
Is it better to rent or buy a home right now?
Renting is often better for short timelines, low savings, or job uncertainty, while buying tends to win when you plan to stay several years and can cover the down payment and ongoing maintenance. There is no single right answer. The quiz helps you compare lease renewal against buying for your own situation.
How long does it take to get ready to buy a first home?
It varies. Some buyers are close already, while others spend six months to a couple of years building credit, paying down debt, or saving. The point of a readiness check is to show you which of those areas needs work so you are not guessing.
What should a first-time homebuyer do first?
Start by checking your credit, your savings, and your monthly budget, then talk to a lender about pre-approval. A quick readiness quiz is a useful step before that, since it tells you what to fix and what questions to bring to the lender.
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