Find Support for First-Time Home Buyers at Partners Bank

Buying your first home in New Hampshire or Maine is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make, but it doesn't have to feel overwhelming. At Partners Bank, our mortgage loan originators walk first-time homebuyers through the process step-by-step, keeping things as straightforward and stress-free as possible from application to closing.

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WHAT WE OFFER

What Partners Bank Offers First-Time Homebuyers

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WHAT TO EXPECT

What to Expect When Buying Your First Home

For most first-time buyers, the process has a few key stages, getting pre-qualified, finding a home, finalizing your loan, and closing. Here's a general overview:

Connect with a loan originator

Our team will review your finances, discuss loan options, and get you pre-qualified

Find your home

You'll work with a real estate agent to find a property that fits within your budget

Finalize your loan

We'll work with you on going through and submitting your documentation, all the way through the underwriting process

Close on your home

Sign your loan documents and receive your keys

QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Down payment requirements vary depending on the loan type. A Partners mortgage consultant can walk you through the options and help you understand what's required for each.

A good starting point is our mortgage calculator, which can give you a rough estimate based on your income and expenses. From there, a Partners loan originator can provide a more complete picture based on your full financial profile.

Documentation requirements vary by loan type but typically include proof of income, employment history, and credit information. Your loan originator will provide a complete list asyou get started.

Yes. You can begin the application process online or call 1-888-226-5747 to have a mortgage consultant walk you through it.