As a first-timer, the process of buying a house can feel so overwhelming and stressful, but breaking the process down into steps and handling them one at a time can help you stay focused and relaxed to get the job done easier. Do your research in advance and work with the right and trusted real estate agent who can help you stay on track throughout the process. Above all, be patient: There’s a fair amount of hurry-up-and-wait in homebuying. But the better organized you are in your approach, the quicker things will fall into place.