Home Buying Seminar-Tips for First-Time buyers -Special loans & programs

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis | Minneapolis, MN

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Learn about what it takes to buy a home today! We will discuss strategy, how to become a homeowner & special types of financing available.
About this Event



About this event....

Are you renting because you want to rent? Are higher interest rates holding you back?

Did you graduate with a job offer in hand?

Would you consider homeownership if it were possible?

House-Townhouse/condo-duplex -triplex -fourplex- we can do them all!

Learn more! You have options! If you aren't ready to buy a home today, we will cover the steps you must take to prepare for the future.

Suppose a lack of funds is holding you back. In that case, you may be interested to know that there are down payment assistance (DAP) programs such as Edina's ComeHome2Edina Program, Eden Prairie First Time Homebuyer Program, Woodbury's Home Buyer program, Dakota County First-Time Homebuyer, and Minnesota Housing Finance Agency(buy a home with only $1000 of your own money)- which is available for first-time AND repeat buyers, statewide. Grants, loans, and tax credit programs might be available, too, subject to funding and program parameters.

If you had a life event that resulted in poor credit, bankruptcy, foreclosure, divorce, unemployment, or other credit challenges, there is no better time to start rebuilding your credit. Life happens; you can re-establish yourself and become a homeowner in just a few years. Plus, the minimum requirements for the above programs may not be as challenging to meet as you might think. With a larger down payment, we may be able to overcome your life event now.

FREE First-Time Homebuyer Seminars IN PERSON or ONLINE

We will have TWO IN-PERSON seminars on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, from 10-12 and 1-3 pm. Both in-person classes are on the same day and will be at The Graduate by Hilton Hotel- just minutes from Coffman Union at the U of M.

FREE First-Time Homebuyer Seminar will be held ONLINE on Sunday, April 19th, 2026, from 2-3:30 pm. You can register for the online class at http://minneapolisstpaulhomes.net. This will be via ZOOM.


We will be covering many topics, such as:

• Minnesota’s various down payment assistance programs(up to 18K) that can help you buy a home for as little as $1,000 out of pocket with MHFA (Minnesota Housing Finance Agency).

• Credit requirements and descriptions of different loan programs: FHA, VA, Conventional

• How we create a plan to improve your credit as quickly as possible, if needed

• The home buying process-everything from A-Z. It is essential to have experienced professionals as your ally

• Top ten secrets and tips for purchasing a home or investment property and how to win in multiple offers!

FREE for all attendees-Secrets For Successfully Purchasing Your First Home

View and read the book online at this link: First Time Buyer Book

After the class, I will also create a Perfect Home Finder MLS search- delivered daily to your inbox based on your housing needs and wants.

I have sold homes in the Twin Cities for the past 40 years. My success in the industry places me in the top 1% of Realtors nationwide for sales production. I was honored to be recognized as one of America’s best agents over the past several years. I have amassed an incredible wealth of knowledge that especially benefits first-time buyers. Experience counts !! Let me guide YOU to homeownership!

In this market, it is crucial to align with professionals who can secure solid financing and, most importantly, get your offer accepted. I hope to help you or someone you know on the path to homeownership!

How to RSVP: Either register for an Online class at this hyperlink on this Eventbrite page for an in-person class OR Send me an email or Text with your name, phone, how many will be attending, and the best time for me to call you back and confirm at:

[email protected]

612-386-7027 Cell

My real estate website: http://www.MinneapolisStPaulHomes.com

Please feel free to SHARE the seminar information with anyone you think it may benefit. We hope we can help on the path to homeownership!

Sincerely,

John Mazzara Broker Associate- RE/MAX Results 7700 France Ave S, Edina MN 55435





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