First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide to DeSoto County, MS

Buying your first home is exciting… and a little overwhelming. Between mortgages, inspections, appraisals, and contracts, it can feel like you’re supposed to speak a whole new language.

The good news? You don’t need to know everything. You just need a clear roadmap and the right people on your side.

This guide walks you through the first-time homebuying process in DeSoto County, MS — including Hernando, Southaven, Olive Branch, Nesbit, and surrounding areas.