I would get a buyer's agent. They will help guide you through the cespros, provide good referrals for lenders, inspectors, insurance agents, etc, and are obligated to work on your behalf unless they also happen to be the agent for the seller of the home you are interested in. The best part is they are essentially free to you because they are paid by splitting the commission with the selling agent, which is paid by the seller. When I purchased my first home in 2008, my buyer's agent was great in finding homes in my price range and helped me understand the whole cespros, making the experience exciting rather than stressful. If you know of someone that recently purchased a home or is currently looking, ask them if they have, or are, using a buyers agent, or if they know one to recommend.