First-time Homebuyers Class

First-time Homebuyers Class

By Ashley Shepherd

Buying your first home? Join our free class to learn + prepare for homeownership! Copy & paste to register: http://bit.ly/hbe101825

Date and time

Location

51 Barrett Heights Rd #107

51 Barrett Heights Road #107 Stafford, VA 22556

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:15 AM

Managing Your Money

Jennifer V-E Johnson of Buckingham Mortgage

Buying a home may be the largest transaction you’ll ever make. Being a homeowner is exciting, but it’s also a major financial responsibility and one you need to be prepared for. So, how will you know...

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

Credit: the good, the bad and the improved

Jennifer V-E Johnson of Buckingham Mortgage

Like it or not, credit is a significant part of our lives. Anything that has to do with loans, credit or savings becomes a part of your financial history. And, if you’re thinking about becoming a hom...

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

BREAK

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Exploring lenders, mortgages and the loan process

Jennifer V-E Johnson of Buckingham Mortgage

The mortgage lender (also known as the mortgage loan originator) is the one who will work with you to complete your loan application and determine how much credit you qualify for as you buy your home...

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Partners: Working with a real estate agent to find the right home

Ashley Shepherd of NextHome Beltway Realty

Choosing the right real estate agent is a crucial part of your journey to homeownership. Your agent can help you find the home you've been dreaming about and serve as a knowledgeable partner, capable...

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Lunch (Provided)

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

All you need to know about the Home inspection

Ashley Shepherd of NextHome Beltway Realty

While a home inspection is not a requirement for most mortgage loans, it is an important pre-purchase investment every potential homebuyer should make. A home inspection is an affordable way to: Avoi...

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

The final step to homeownership: Loan Closing

Lori Vlahopoulos of First Guardian Title & Escrow

Depending on where you live, your closing can be referred to as the closing or settlement day. You, as the homebuyer must attend the closing. Others who may also be present, based on your specific ci...

1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Final Q & A / Certificate of Completion

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Highlights

  • 6 hours
  • In person

Highlights

  • 6 hours
  • In person

About this event

Home & Lifestyle • Home & Garden

Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure where to start, or if you're ready financially? Virginia Housing's free First-time Homebuyer Class can help. You'll learn the entire homebuying process from start to finish, and how to stay on track as a responsible homeowner.

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Ashley Shepherd

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Free
Oct 18 · 8:00 AM EDT