uptake - the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) consumption, ingestion, intake. eating, feeding - the act of consuming food. deglutition, swallow, drink - the act of swallowing; one swallow of the liquid was enough; he took a drink of his beer and smacked his lips.
One of the biggest obstacles for first-time buyers is to finance the down payment and closing costs of a new home. Government agencies provide grants and tax breaks to help buyers overcome the challenges of buying a home for the first time.
Income. One of the most important qualifications for a first-time home buyer is a steady income. A buyer's income (or the combined income of a couple, if both are buying the home jointly) will determine the amount of the mortgage lenders offer, which in turn sets the price range that is realistic for you. New home buyers should also have a reasonable degree of job security.