Can I Really Afford to Buy a Home?

Wondering if homeownership fits your budget? Learn what it costs to buy, where funds can come from, and what help may be available. Are you wondering whether buying a home is truly within your reach? You may be closer than you think! Join LaShan Abraham and Melinda Smith of Team Abraham from New American Funding for “Can I Really Afford to Buy a Home?” This relaxed and informative class will help you better understand the financial side of purchasing a home. We will discuss: • The upfront costs of buying a home • Down payment and closing-cost requirements • Where your homebuying funds can come from • Down payment assistance programs that may be available • How your income, credit, debts, and savings affect affordability • Steps you can take now to prepare for homeownership Whether you are ready to buy soon or simply gathering information for the future, this event will give you practical guidance and an opportunity to ask questions in a welcoming, pressure-free environment. Bring your questions—and bring a friend who may also be thinking about buying a home