Shopping for a home can be an exciting time, but it’s important to figure out exactly what you want and what you can afford before starting that search. In this video, Open Mortgage CEO and founder Scott Gordon discusses the most critical first steps of any home search: planning and prioritizing. Some topics he covers:

• Finding the right lender and realtor
• Creating a “Must-Have” list and a “Would-be-Nice” list
• Being creative when evaluating potential new homes and neighborhoods