First-Time Home Buyers in San Antonio, Schertz & Cibolo

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming — but with the right guidance, it does not have to be. Keith & Sheila Realty Group helps first-time buyers understand the process, avoid costly mistakes, and move forward with confidence.

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Your First Home Starts With a Clear Plan

Whether you are buying in San Antonio, Schertz, Cibolo, New Braunfels, Universal City, Live Oak, Converse, or near JBSA, the first step is understanding what you can afford, what loan options may fit your situation, and what to expect from start to finish.

As a veteran-led real estate team with years of inspection and construction experience, we help you look beyond the pretty photos and understand the real condition, value, and long-term fit of a home.

The First-Time Buyer Roadmap

1. Get Prepared

Review your goals, timeline, credit, savings, and monthly comfort zone before you start shopping.

2. Talk With a Lender

Compare loan options, down payment programs, VA loans, FHA loans, conventional loans, and closing cost expectations.

3. Start Your Home Search

Focus on homes that match your budget, commute, lifestyle, and long-term needs.

4. Make a Smart Offer

We help you understand pricing, seller concessions, option periods, inspections, and negotiation strategy.

5. Inspect & Negotiate

Our inspection background helps you understand what matters, what is normal, and what may become expensive.

6. Close With Confidence

From contract to keys, we guide you through deadlines, paperwork, lender items, walkthrough, and closing day.

Common First-Time Buyer Questions

How much money do I need to buy a home?

It depends on your loan type, price range, closing costs, and whether the seller agrees to help with buyer costs. Some buyers may qualify for low down payment options, VA loans, FHA loans, or down payment assistance programs.

Should I talk to a lender before looking at homes?

Yes. A lender helps determine your buying power and gives you a clear idea of monthly payment, cash needed, and loan options before you start making offers.

What is an option period?

In Texas, the option period is a negotiated time after contract acceptance when the buyer can inspect the home and decide whether to move forward.

Can first-time buyers ask the seller to help with closing costs?

Yes. Seller concessions may be negotiated depending on the home, market conditions, loan type, and strength of the offer.

Why Work With Keith & Sheila?

Veteran-Led Guidance

We understand service, relocation, VA loans, and the importance of having someone in your corner.

Inspection Experience

Keith’s background as a former home inspector helps buyers better understand condition and risk.

Local Market Knowledge

We help buyers compare neighborhoods, commute times, schools, builders, resale homes, and long-term value.

Ready to Buy Your First Home?

Let’s walk through your goals, budget, timeline, and best next steps. There is no pressure — just honest guidance.

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OUR CLIENT REVIEWS

Evan Mccullen

Worked with Keith and Sheila on a recent sale. As a veteran, I appreciate the attention to detail and expertise provided by this team during a challenging time in the life of me and my family moving out of state. We were able to focus on the move while Keith and Sheila took care of the rest. They persevered through a tough buyer’s market and helped us get our former home sold. Communication was consistent and excellent while being realistic with us. I would highly recommend this team for future property sales/purchases. Thanks Keith and Sheila!

Jenna Kirk

I wish I could give more than 5 stars!! If you’re looking for realtors who truly go above and beyond, Keith and Sheila are the ones. From the very beginning, they made the entire home buying process feel seamless. We started touring homes and closed on our home in Estancia Ranch in Far North San Antonio in less than 35 days! Keith’s knowledge of the market, quality of homes, and the entire buying process is unmatched. Every question we had, he had an answer for. Sheila brought so much encouragement, kindness, and genuine care every step of the way. She made what could have been a stressful experience feel exciting and reassuring. No matter the day or time, they were incredibly responsive. They always answered our calls and texts quickly, taking the time to explain everything and making sure we felt confident with every decision. We sent them every single document to look over before we signed anything so we were confident every step of the way. They truly care about us and our future. We couldn’t imagine going through this process with anyone else, and we’re already looking forward to buying our next home with them. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, do yourself a favor and call Keith and Sheila. You won’t regret it!

Kade Turner

What an absolute pleasure it is to work with Keith and Sheila. My wife and I were first time home buyers and they were beyond patient and worked with us and for us on everything during the whole home buying process. They helped us find an incredible home for our family and it truly would not have been possible without their knowledge and support. I will never use a different realtor for anything and cannot recommend their services enough. If I could give them more than 5 stars I would.
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