In this episode of The Purchase Path, we share the 10 biggest shifts that happen when you stop renting and finally own your first home.

This isn’t just about finances—it’s about freedom, pride, stability, and building a legacy. If you're tired of paying someone else’s mortgage, this episode will open your eyes to what’s truly possible.

We’ll cover:

• How renters are funding someone else’s dream

• The mindset shift of becoming an owner

• Equity, tax benefits, and building credit

• Creating generational wealth for your family

• Why renting robs you of control, freedom, and stability

🎯 If you’ve ever felt stuck in the rent cycle… this episode is for you.

🏡 Ready to explore your path to homeownership?
Azcension Homes is based in Pinal County, Arizona, and we specialize in helping first-time buyers just like you.

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• @AzcensionHomes and @ThePurchasePathAZ

  
  

• 💬 Want help getting started with financing or finding your first home? Reach out—we have down payment assistance, lease-to-own options, and a team ready to walk with you, step by step.

In this episode of The Purchase Path, we unpack one of the most urgent issues facing our communities: the housing gap.

From rising interest rates to inflated home prices, many first-time buyers, veterans, teachers, and young families are being left behind. But what’s really causing this crisis—and how can Arizona become a leader in solving it?

We share real stories, local data, and a bold vision for how regions like Pinal County, especially Arizona City, can step up with attainable new construction homes, zero down financing options, and thoughtful city planning.

Whether you're a renter looking to buy, a realtor, a builder, or a concerned community member, this episode is your call to action.

Key Topics Covered:

• What the housing gap is and why it matters nationally and locally

• How interest rates and construction delays are pricing out first-time buyers

• Why areas like Arizona City offer real opportunity for ownership

• What cities, builders, and residents can do to close the gap

• Azcension Homes’ mission to deliver affordable, high-quality homes

• Zero down options and how monthly payments can be less than rent

Want to Learn More or Take Action?
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Buying a brand-new home should be exciting—not overwhelming. But here’s the truth: not all realtors are equipped to guide you through the unique process of purchasing new construction. In this episode of The Purchase Path, we share the 7 powerful questions every buyer should ask their realtor before committing to a new build.

From understanding builder contracts and hidden costs to securing the right incentives and ensuring post-closing support, these questions can save you thousands of dollars and protect your family’s investment.

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, working-class family, or veteran looking for affordable housing—this is your roadmap to making smart, confident decisions on your journey to homeownership.

📝 Show Notes:

• [00:00] Welcome to The Purchase Path – Simplifying Homeownership

• [01:30] Why buying new construction is different from resale homes

• [03:15] Question 1: How much experience do you have with new construction?

• [06:20] Question 2: Which builders and communities do you recommend—and why?

• [09:05] Question 3: What’s actually included in the base price?

• [12:10] Question 4: What builder incentives or financing programs are available?

• [15:40] Question 5: What timeline and possible delays should I expect?

• [18:25] Question 6: What protections are in the contract for me as a buyer?

• [21:10] Question 7: What support do you provide after closing day?

• [25:00] How Azcension Homes protects and empowers buyers

• [28:00] Next steps for Arizona families ready to stop renting and start owning

  
  

🔗 Resources & Connect with Us:

• Visit: azcensionhomes.com

• Email: team@azcensionhomes.com

• • Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn: @AzcensionHomes and @ThePurchasePathAZ

  
  

  💡 At Azcension Homes, we believe in building more than houses—we build futures. We’re here to make homeownership accessible with $0 down programs, lease purchase options, and custom solutions for families who’ve been overlooked for too long.

• 👉 Your future home is closer than you think. Let’s walk this path together.

Dreaming of owning a home but worried about the down payment? In this episode of The Purchase Path, we break down everything you need to know about buying a home in Pinal County, Arizona with zero money out of pocket.

We’ll cover:

• ✅ USDA Loans – 100% financing for homes in eligible rural areas (like Arizona City)

• ✅ Pinal County NSP3 Grants – Up to 20% down payment assistance + $5,000 for closing costs

• ✅ Arizona Statewide Programs – Home Plus, Home Possible, forgivable second liens, and more

• ✅ How to Stack Programs with builder incentives to walk into a home with little or nothing down

If you’re tired of renting and making your landlord richer, this episode is your step-by-step guide to homeownership.

📩 Email us at Team@azcensionhomes.com or visit www.azcensionhomes.com to learn more about our homes.

• Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @AzcensionHomes and @ThePurchasePathAZ for more tips on affordable homeownership.

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• 🎧 Listen now and take the first step from renting to owning – right here in Pinal County, Arizona.

Buying a home? Don’t let interest rates hold you back. This episode of The Purchase Path breaks down how interest rate buy downs — both temporary and permanent — can help you lower your mortgage payment, buy with $0 down, and build equity faster than renting.

We’ll simplify:

• What a buy down is (in plain language)

• The real impact on monthly payments

• Who should consider a temporary vs. permanent buy down

• How Azcension structures these incentives into our homes

• Why now might be the right time to buy, even if rates seem high

If you’re a first-time buyer, veteran, or working-class family, this episode will give you the confidence and tools to move forward on your purchase path.

🛠️ Topics Covered:

• [00:00] Welcome + What’s in This Episode

• [01:10] What Is a Buy Down?

• [03:00] Temporary Buy Downs (1-0, 2-1, 3-2-1 Explained)

• [06:15] Who Should Consider a Temporary Buy Down

• [08:40] Real Payment Breakdown: $250K Purchase at 7%

• [10:20] Permanent Buy Downs: How They Work

• [12:00] Points, Concessions, and Who Pays

• [14:15] How Azcension Structures Incentives for Buyers

• [16:00] Which Buy Down Option Is Right for You

• [17:30] Final Thoughts + How to Get Started

📧 Email: Team@AzcensionHomes.com
📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn: @AzcensionHomes and @ThePurchasePathAZ
Visit our website: AzcensionHomes.com

In this episode of The Purchase Path, Dez Loessberg—founder of Azcension Homes—breaks down the three most important pillars of buying a home:

✅ Lender Credits — What they are, how they work, and how they can help reduce your upfront costs
✅ Working with a Realtor — Why it still matters
✅ The New Home Buying Process — Step-by-step clarity from prequal to closing day

Whether you’re buying your first home, coming back into the market, or just exploring options, this episode gives you the clarity, tools, and roadmap to move forward with confidence.

📋 Show Notes:

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How lender credits can reduce your out-of-pocket expenses

• Why new construction buyers still benefit from Realtor representation

• A simplified step-by-step overview of the home purchase process

• Lease-to-own and down payment assistance options

• What it looks like to work with Azcension Homes from day one

Helpful Resources:
🔗 www.azcensionhomes.com
📩 Email: Team@azcensionhomes.com
📱 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn → @AzcensionHomes and @ThePurchasePathAZ

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to buy a home…but I’m probably not ready,” this episode is for you.

In this episode, Dez Loessberg, founder of Azcension Homes, breaks down why you might be much closer to homeownership than you realize.

✅ The top signs you’re more ready than you think
✅ How rent can cost more than owning your own home
✅ What “ready” really looks like (hint: it’s not perfection)
✅ Simple, risk-free steps you can take today to explore your options
✅ A real success story of a buyer who thought he was a year away—and closed in 60 days

You don’t have to be perfect to get started. You just need a willingness to explore.

🎯 Ready to take the next step?
Visit azcensionhomes.com to download your free Homebuyer Readiness Checklist or get connected with a local lender.
No pressure—just partnership.

📨 Questions? Reach out anytime: team@azcensionhomes.com

📝 Show Notes

Episode Highlights:

• 0:00 – Welcome and introduction

• 2:15 – Why buyers wait too long

• 4:30 – Signs you’re more ready than you think

• 8:00 – Renting vs owning costs in Pinal County

• 11:45 – Ready vs perfect

• 14:30 – Simple steps to get started without pressure

• 17:20 – Anthony’s story of going from unsure to homeowner in 60 days

• 20:00 – How you can connect and learn more

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📄 Episode Description
Welcome back to The Purchase Path—the podcast that helps Arizona families move from renting to owning with confidence.

This episode is all about the most overlooked reason home purchases fall apart: the loan officer.

Here’s what we’ll cover:
✅ Why not all lenders are created equal
✅ The most common mistakes buyers make when choosing a loan officer
✅ Real stories of deals that failed—and how you can avoid the same fate
✅ Five must-ask questions before you ever sign a loan application

If you’re thinking of buying in a home, you’ll learn exactly how to protect yourself, your money, and your peace of mind.

At Azcension Homes, we don’t just build houses—we make sure you get the keys.

🎯 Ready to start your journey?
Visit our website
👉 www.azcensionhomes.com

💬 Questions?
Email us at Team@azcensionhomes.com—we’d love to help.

📝 Show Notes

In This Episode:

• The truth about pre-approvals (why most are just paper promises)

• The risk of choosing a lender based only on advertised rates

• How self-employed buyers, veterans, and first-timers can find the right loan officer

• Examples of real deals that collapsed due to the wrong lender

• The 5 essential questions every buyer should ask before choosing a loan officer

Follow us and join our community: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn: @AzcensionHomes & @ThePurchasePathAZ

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