Homebuyer education is one of the most powerful “cheat codes”
Homebuyer education is one of the most powerful “cheat codes” in real estate that most people never use. In 2026, with changing interest rates, tighter budgets, and complex loan options, attending a homebuyers class is not just helpful—it is strategic. This is true whether you are military or civilian, first‑time or returning buyer. This blog is written in the voice of Malcolm Davis of HomeVets Realty to explain why. Written by Malcolm Davis, HomeVets Realty Many buyers scroll listings, watch TikToks about real estate, and ask friends for advice, but never take two or three hours to sit in a structured homebuyers class. That class can answer questions you did not even know you needed to ask. It can also help you avoid the kind of mistakes that cost thousands of dollars or delay you from owning a home by years. In 2026, the market will not be the same as it was in 2020 or 2021. Lending rules, interest rates, and local conditions have shifted. A homebuyers class is one of the safest and ...