Hi everyone! meet our newest cohort member, Clintara! We’re excited to have her with us and look forward to assisting her throughout her homebuying journey. We’re here to support, encourage, and celebrate each step along the way. Welcome, @Clintara Berry ! 🎉🏡

Please welcome @Andrea Duncan and @Keunshay Branch to the portal. Ladies be sure to go to our classroom and watch the playback of our “From Renting to Keys” session. Glad to see you both here.

Some loan programs require 0–3.5% down. Plus, many cities and states offer down payment assistance grants that don't require repayment. Here in Houston, for example, there are downpayment assistance programs that offer up to $125,000 in downpayment assistance! The goal isn't to save the perfect amount. It's to save strategically and use every available resource. 💬 Are you currently saving for a down payment? What's your strategy? #DownPayment #HomebuyersCohort #DownPaymentAssistance #HomeownershipGoals

Fact: Checking your own credit is a *soft inquiry* — it has zero impact on your score. Only hard inquiries (when a lender pulls your credit for a loan application) can temporarily lower it. Check your score often. Know your numbers. Knowledge is power. 💬 When did you last check your credit score? No judgment — your challenge today is to go check it and help encourage others to do the same by commenting that you completed today's challenge! #CreditScore #HomebuyersCohort #CreditMyths #BlackWealth

We’re so excited to have you here! This community was created to help you move from dreaming about homeownership to actually holding the keys. Through education, accountability, financial planning, expert guidance, and peer support, we’re here to make sure you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Our goal is to create a supportive space where we learn together, grow together, and celebrate every win along the way—from improving your credit score to getting pre-approved to closing day. One of the most important parts of this cohort is COMMUNITY. We believe your journey gets easier when you’re surrounded by people who understand the process, can encourage you, and can help keep you accountable. Let’s start by getting to know each other! Drop an introduction below and share: ✨ Your name ✨ Where you’re from ✨ Your goal date to purchase your home ✨ What excites you most about becoming a homeowner Whether your goal is 3 months away or 12 months away, you belong here. This is your year. Let’s build it together. Welcome home. 🏠