First-Time Home Buyers Seminar
Buying your first home is exciting — and a little overwhelming. This free seminar is designed to help you feel confident about the process, understand what lenders and real estate professionals are looking for, and learn practical steps you can take right now to position yourself for success.
Hosted by Credit Solutions, LLC, this session is welcoming to everyone — whether you’re actively house-hunting, planning for later this year, rebuilding credit, or simply trying to understand what it takes to become “mortgage-ready.” Credit Solutions specializes in helping clients address credit challenges, correct credit report errors, and build/maintain strong credit habits.
Meet Your Seminar Leaders
Thomas Shriver — Credit & Financial Specialist
CQ Credit Solutions
Thomas will break down how your credit profile plays a critical role in the home buying journey and share practical ways to strengthen it.
How credit scores impact your home loan
Quick ways to boost your score
What lenders consider “good credit”
How to fix credit issues before applying
Lauren McCurry — Real Estate Professional
The Agency RE
Lauren will provide insight into today’s housing market and how buyers can confidently navigate it.
Understanding today’s housing market
How to find the right home for your budget
What sellers look for in strong offers
The buying process from start to finish
Blake Keziah — Mortgage Loan Officer
CrossCountry Mortgage
Blake will explain loan options specifically designed for first-time buyers and what lenders need to see for approval.
First-time buyer loan programs
Down payment assistance options
How pre-approval works
What lenders look for when approving loans
🎁 Bonus for Attendees
✔ Optional Free Credit Review✔ Take-Home Homebuyer Checklist✔ Live Q&A with all presenters
What You’ll Learn
Attendees will walk away with a clearer understanding of:
The step-by-step home buying process (what happens first, and what comes next)
How credit scores impact home loan options, rates, and approvals
Common credit report issues and what you can do about them
Smart strategies to improve credit and strengthen your financial profile
Budgeting considerations beyond the mortgage payment (ownership costs many first-time buyers don’t expect)
Tips to avoid common first-time buyer mistakes
Who Should Attend
This seminar is ideal for:
First-time home buyers
Renters who want a plan to become homeowners
Anyone hoping to improve credit before purchasing a home
Young professionals, growing families, and individuals returning to the market
Anyone who simply wants to learn more — no prior experience required
About Credit Solutions, LLC
Credit Solutions, LLC helps individuals build stronger financial futures by guiding clients through credit education and strategies to improve credit health, including addressing inaccuracies and establishing habits that support long-term financial wellness.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMLocation: Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce – Randy Marion Conference RoomCost: FREE (Limited seating – registration required)
Seats are limited, so we encourage you to register early to reserve your spot.
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