PREPARING TO BUY: a FREE step-by-step guide to purchasing a home

We'll review the steps involved in purchasing a home, whether it's your first time or it's been a few years. We'll cover who's involved, how to get started, financing and lending basics, identifying your priorities, writing an offer, understanding contracts, closing & possession, and more.

Yes, even if you're purchased before, this class will help refresh your knowledge and build confidence as well as keep you up to date on recent changes around real estate contracts, buyer broker agency and commissions, and local market conditions.

It's not necessary, but up to you. The instructor is a local agent and can also provide names of lenders, inspectors, and other home service professionals should you need.

This class will arm you with real estate knowledge and a thorough understanding of the homebuying process so you're ready to move forward once you find that perfect home. Many people find the home first and then realize they don't know how or where to start. Be prepared.