NAR’s ‘First-Time Buyer’ Now Streaming

CHICAGO — Buying a home isn’t easy — especially if you’ve never done it before. In fact, past surveys have shown that home buyers say purchasing a home is more stressful than dating, getting into college, finding a new job or even going through a divorce. Considering home prices are at record highs and housing shortages plague many markets, buyers may have reason for their concern.

Capturing the twists and turns of the homebuying journey, the National Association of Realtors®’ docuseries “First-Time Buyer” returns for its fifth season with eight new episodes now available to stream on Hulu and at firsttimebuyer.realtor. The show follows rookie home shoppers — guided by agents who are Realtors® — as they navigate bidding wars, not-so-good home inspection reports, financing issues and more.

“Season five of ‘First-Time Buyer’ captures the triumphs, challenges and deeply personal stories of home buyers in today’s market,” says Alicia Bailey, NAR’s head of production who produces the show. “By showcasing the critical role and expertise that agents who are Realtors have in advising clients through competitive markets, low inventory and unique financial situations, this series provides essential guidance for prospective homeowners.”

The fifth season of “First-Time Buyer” features transactions in New York and Connecticut. One episode, for example, focuses on first-timers looking for a multigenerational home to accommodate three generations of their family. Another episode follows a young couple searching for a lucrative multi-unit rental property. The series also features a New Yorker making the jump to homeownership after three decades of renting, as well as international buyers navigating the homebuying process to be closer to family in the States.

“This season’s stories are driven by real-life questions and issues that buyers face,” says Mabél Guzmán, chair of NAR’s Consumer Communications Committee.

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