Homebuyer Readiness & Credit Education Guidance (Information Only)

Thinking about buying a home in Middletown but not sure where your credit stands? Join us for a FREE community workshop to learn how credit About This Event From Renting to Owning: Your Simple Path to Homeownership with Deloris Aaron | Huff Realty Feeling like homeownership is out of reach? This workshop is designed to change that. I'm Deloris Aaron, Realtor with Huff Realty, and I host these events for families in our community who were told "not yet" or "you need perfect credit." We break it all down into simple, real-life steps you can actually start this month. This is education first, no pressure to buy. Who Should Attend? • First-time buyers • Renters who are tired of renting • Anyone who was told their credit or income isn't enough • Families who want to understand down payment assistance and grants • Anyone who wants a clear plan, not confusing jargon You can come alone, with a partner, or with family. You belong in the room. What You Can Expect When You Attend 1. Clarity, Not Confusion We start with where you are. You'll learn how lenders really look at your income, credit, and budget, and what number you should actually shop for. 2. The 3-Step Homeowner Roadmap • Dream to Plan: Turn "someday" into a timeline and budget • Prepare to Qualify: Simple credit fixes, savings tricks, and how to qualify for down payment assistance programs in Ohio • Search to Secure: What happens from house hunting to getting the keys, and how I protect you at every step 3. Real Tools You Take Home • First-time buyer checklist • Credit and budgeting worksheet • List of current down payment assistance and grant options • Sample pre-approval action plan 4. Live Q&A Bring your questions. We will go over real examples, not theory. No question is too basic.