Wine & Keys: Building Your Credit Today to Buy in 2026

Wine & Keys: Building Your Credit Today to Buy in 2026

By Chateau Seekers

Prepare your credit now so you’re ready for keys in hand by 2026.

Date and time

Location

Cazle Mortgage, Inc.

6211 Greenleigh Avenue #Suite 145 Middle River, MD 21220

Lineup

Agenda

1:00 PM - 1:20 PM

Check-in & Networking

1:20 PM - 1:30 PM

Welcome & Introduction

1:30 PM - 1:45 PM

Wine Introduction & Tasting #1

1:45 PM - 2:05 PM

Credit Counselor Presentation

Ronda Brunson


Theme: Building credit = building buying power - How scores are calculated (payment history, utilization, age, etc.) - Quick wins vs. long-term strategies (disputes, debt management, utilization hack...

2:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Wine Introduction & Tasting #2

2:20 PM - 2:40 PM

Lender Presentation

Jacob Rossman


Theme: From credit to pre-approval - How credit score affects interest rate, monthly payment, and buying power - Minimum score requirements for FHA, VA, Conventional, etc. - Why stable employment and...

2:40 PM - 2:55 PM

Networking Break

2:40 PM - 2:55 PM

Wine Introduction & Tasting #3

3:10 PM - 3:30 PM

Realtor Presentation

Coby Smith


Theme: The Market, The Timeline, and The Plan: How to Buy Smart in 2026 - Rent vs. Buy - Step-by-step timeline: credit → pre-approval → house hunting → closing - What to expect at each stage of the p...

3:30 PM - 3:50 PM

Title Rep Presentation

Olivia Lucas


Theme: Closing costs and protecting your future purchase - What title insurance is and why it matters (protects your investment) - Typical closing cost range in MD/DC (2–4% of purchase price) - Hidde...

3:50 PM - 4:00 PM

Networking Q&A

Good to know

Highlights

  • 3 hours
  • ages 21+
  • In person

About this event

Business • Real Estate

Are you thinking about buying a home in 2026? 🏡 The steps you take today with your credit and finances can unlock your future keys. Join us for an afternoon of education, wine, and networking designed to help you prepare for homeownership the right way.

This isn’t your average seminar — we’ve partnered with The Wine Concierge to bring a curated wine tasting experience that pairs perfectly with practical tips from our real estate, lending, credit, and title experts.


What You’ll Learn

  • Credit Building Strategies — how to raise your score, avoid myths, and create a 12–18 month action plan (Ronda Brunson, Ms. B Credit Queen)
  • Financing 101 — how your credit impacts interest rates, down payments, and buying power (Jacob Rossman, Cazle Mortgage)
  • Closing Costs Explained — what they are, how much to budget, and how to avoid last-minute surprises (Olivia Lucas, Lawyer Express Title)
  • The 2026 Buyer Roadmap — rent vs. buy, the step-by-step timeline, market outlook, and first-time buyer mistakes to avoid (Coby Smith, Chateau Seekers at Keller Williams Capital Properties)


Why Attend?

✅ Discover what it takes to be ready to buy in 2026

✅ Enjoy a guided wine tasting while you learn

✅ Connect directly with trusted professionals (credit counselor, lender, title rep, realtor)

✅ Leave with resources, checklists, and the option to schedule a free 1:1 consultation


Agenda Snapshot

  • 1:00 PM – Check-in & Networking
  • 1:20 PM – Welcome & Introductions
  • Rotating Wine Tastings + Expert Presentations
  • 3:00 PM – Networking Break
  • 4:00 PM – Closing


🎟 Seats are limited — RSVP today to secure your spot.

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Nov 8 · 1:00 PM EST