The NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation (NCRHF) is hosting a Home Buyer Education Seminar for first-time home buyers or anyone looking to refresh their knowledge on Saturday, August 10, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Pine Conference Room at the Northeast Regional Library, located on 1241 Military Cutoff Road in Wilmington, NC.
Seasoned real estate experts will educate attendees about all aspects of the home buying process, including state and local first-time home buyer programs, the importance of working with a REALTOR®, and information on mortgage companies with programs for low to moderate income home buyers. The presentations will be followed by a question-and-answer session with the speakers.
The event is free and open to the public, with breakfast and lunch included for registered attendees.
Speakers include:
“I’ve worked in the housing sector for over 20 years, beginning in mortgage operations and transitioning to loan origination, therefore I understand the immense value of homebuyer seminars,” said Sean Nock, NCRHF 2024 Vice President & Community Mortgage Manager at North State Bank. “These events are crucial for every potential homeowner, as they provide essential insights into working with real estate agents and understanding the mortgage process. Considering a home purchase is likely the largest investment one will make, and the knowledge gained from these seminars is both invaluable and indispensable.”
“Since earning my real estate license in 2018, I have seen firsthand the value of public home-buyer education seminars,” said Mark Lindsey, NCRHF 2024 President & Broker/REALTOR® at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage. “These events are crucial for educating individuals at all stages of the home-buying journey, from first-time buyers to seasoned homeowners. They provide up-to-date information on available programs and recent changes in the home-buying process.”
“With over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry as a mortgage loan originator, loan signing agent, community development analyst, and REALTOR®, I have seen how community events such as these empower home buyers to become better-qualified borrowers,” said Tanita Wallace, Senior Community Development Analyst at City of Wilmington, Neighborhood and Housing Services. “These seminars are vital because the knowledge gained is often shared with others who need it. Knowledge is power!”
Event sponsors include North State Bank, Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage and the City of Wilmington.
Northeast Regional Library
1241 Military Cutoff Road
Wilmington 28405
