Need a Realtor, mortgage co - any tips, suggestions for buying a home?

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I am looking to buying a house instead of paying the same for rent. Last time at OK Coral for me to finally buy my first home. I was a mortgage Loan processor for about 8 years and know how all that works. Unfortunately, I also know how loan agents are and although not saying all are like this...all I worked for were - didn't know a thing about loans or mortgages and lied through their teeth constantly and even repeatedly ask me to do illegal things and got mad when I refused. Anyway.... I need a good, honest, reliable Real Estate Agent... any thoughts about how to find one other than just in the phone book? And... any comments on finding an honest mortgage company? I know that end of it so I at least a little bit to stand on, but any suggestions anyway? And also - anyone aware of programs from FHA - First Time Home Buyers - antyhing for discounts or lower payment programs or help with down etc? A Anything anyone has to say - even if you went through it on the buyers end, please, inform me and educate me. This is a one shot, one kill thing for me and I can't afford to make mistakes and most certainly have to be able manage my money properly enough. THanks for anything anyone can suggests.