Hello Columbia River Gorge friends! My friend Janine, a Realtor with eXp Realty, wrote a great blog post about some of the benefits of being a first-time home buyer. They include low or no down payment loans, grants and federal tax credits. In addition, she puts together a special offer package that includes interior design tips, a Home Depot gift certificate and a Home Energy Score from us! This way you can be better informed about your first home purchase beyond the upfront costs and aesthetic appearance. We are so excited to partner with Janine to provide a better home buying experience! You can read Janine’s full post here.