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First-Time Home Buyer Specialists in Reading, PA

Looking for a first-time home buyer specialist in Reading? Review the directory below to compare your options.

7 agents listed
Updated June 2026
Reading, PA
Important: Listings are compiled from publicly available sources and have not been independently verified by BeforeMortgageUSA.com. We do not endorse any broker or guarantee outcomes. Verify licensing and disciplinary status with the State Mortgage Licensing Authority of Pennsylvania before hiring.
Showing 7 first-time home buyer specialists in Reading, PA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeMortgageUSA. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any broker.
Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Berks, Inc.
213 N 5th St #1030, Reading, PA 19601
(610) 372-8433 nhsgb.org
Ed Stauffer - Realtor
1290 Broadcasting Rd, Reading, PA 19610
(610) 334-7099 edwardstauffer.com
John Franey, Realtor, Tom Franey Real Estate & Appraisals, Inc
2309 Perkiomen Ave #1, Reading, PA 19606
(610) 468-7192 franeyrealestate.com
Restorative Housing Solutions
15 N 6th St, Reading, PA 19601
(610) 595-4111 restorativehousing.com
Century 21 Gold - Lisa Tiger Team
925 Berkshire Blvd, Reading, PA 19610
(610) 207-6186 lisatigerhomes.com
Zach Esterly, Realtor
60 Commerce Dr, Reading, PA 19610
(484) 665-9627 zesterly.kw.com
Caliber Close: Transaction Coordination
1215 N 11th St, Reading, PA 19604
(484) 650-0174 caliberclose.com

A first-time home buyer specialist in Reading Pennsylvania can guide you through the process of buying your first home. Pennsylvania offers specific programs like the Keystone Advantage Assistance Program and the PHFA First Front Door program. These specialists help you understand local market conditions and state-specific down payment assistance options.

What Does a First-Time Home Buyer Specialist in Reading Cost?

Working with a first-time home buyer specialist in Pennsylvania typically costs nothing extra beyond standard real estate commissions which are usually paid by the seller. Some specialists may charge a flat fee for consulting services ranging from 200 to 500 dollars. Mortgage origination fees for PHFA loans are capped at 1 percent of the loan amount. This is general information not mortgage or financial advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not mortgage or financial advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a first-time home buyer specialist in Reading?
A first-time home buyer specialist is a real estate agent or mortgage advisor who focuses on helping people buy their first home. They understand Pennsylvania programs like the PHFA First Front Door grant which provides up to 4 percent of the purchase price for down payment help.
What Pennsylvania programs are available for first-time buyers in Reading?
Pennsylvania offers the Keystone Advantage Assistance Program which provides 30-year fixed rate mortgages with down payment and closing cost assistance. The First Front Door program gives a grant of up to 4 percent of the purchase price. These programs have income limits and require a homebuyer education course.
Do I need a special license to be a first-time home buyer specialist in Pennsylvania?
No special license is required beyond a standard Pennsylvania real estate salesperson license. However many specialists complete additional training on Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency programs and local grant options to better serve first-time buyers.

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