• The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home (and How to Budget Smart),Josh Barnard

    The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home (and How to Budget Smart)

    Buying a home is one of the best financial moves you’ll ever make — but if you don’t plan for the full picture, hidden costs can catch you off guard. I’ve helped hundreds of buyers in Puyallup and Tacoma go from nervous to confident. The difference isn’t luck — it’s clarity. So let’s talk about what

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  •  Top 5 Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make in Tacoma,Josh Barnard

    Top 5 Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make in Tacoma

    Buying your first home in Tacoma should be exciting. It’s a major step toward freedom, stability, and building wealth — but for many first-time buyers, it can feel confusing and stressful. As someone who’s guided hundreds of families through this process, I’ve seen what causes the most stress (and h

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  • How to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time (Without the Chaos),Josh Barnard

    How to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time (Without the Chaos)

    Moving up should feel exciting—not exhausting. You’re dreaming about more space, a better layout, or a neighborhood that fits the next season of life. But the logistics of selling and buying at the same time can feel like a juggling act. I’ve walked hundreds of South Sound families through this, and

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