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First-Time Home Buyers Seminar

March 14, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (EDT)

Description

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, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce – Randy Marion Conference Room
Cost: FREE (Limited seating – registration required)

Seats are limited, so we encourage you to register early to reserve your spot.

Contact Information

Credit Solutions, LLC
Name: Tom Shriver
Email: tom@cq.credit
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