Denver First Home Roadmap: From Renting to Ready to Buy

Denver First Home Roadmap is a practical, beginner-friendly workshop designed to help future buyers understand what actually happens between “I want to buy a home” and “I'm ready to make an offer.” Instead of a long seminar or sales presentation, we'll work through the major decisions first-time buyers need to understand: budget, mortgage readiness, upfront costs, monthly payment, the buying timeline and common mistakes. You'll use simple worksheets to build your own First Home Roadmap, so you leave with a clearer picture of where you stand and what your next steps should be. No lender pitch. No property sales presentation. No previous real estate knowledge required. WHAT WE'LL WORK THROUGH What's My Real Buying Budget? We'll break down the difference between home price and actual affordability, including monthly payment, taxes, insurance, HOA costs and other expenses that can affect your budget. Mortgage Ready Check Understand the major factors that can influence mortgage readiness, including income, debt, savings, credit and down-payment planning. The Cash-to-Close Map Build a simple estimate of the money you may need beyond the down payment, including inspection, appraisal, closing costs and emergency reserves. Your Buying Timeline We'll map the typical journey from preparation and pre-approval through home search, offer, inspection, financing and closing. You'll finish by creating a personalized 90-Day Homebuyer Action Plan based on your current situation. WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES Admission includes the complete 2.5-hour workshop, First Home Roadmap workbook, Budget & Monthly Payment worksheet, Cash-to-Close planner, Homebuyer Timeline and 90-Day Action Plan. All attendees can take their completed materials home for future reference.