New Home for the Holidays: A Charlotte Home Buyers Masterclass

If buying a home before the end of the year has been on your mind but you are wondering where to start, this Masterclass is for YOU!
About this Event

Imagine this:

The decorations are up.
The candles are lit.
Dinner is in the oven... and your home is smelling delightful.
Family and friends are gathered together.
And this year, you are celebrating the holidays in your new home... with all of the warmth and feels that you've envisioned.

If buying a home before the end of the year has been on your mind, but you are wondering whether there is still enough time, where to start, how much money you need, or how to make the process feel less overwhelming, this masterclass was created for you.

Seats Are LIMITED! Reserve Your Spot Today!

Home for the Holidays: Your 2026 Buyer Game Plan is a 1-hour in-person and online masterclass designed for first-time homebuyers and current homeowners who want to understand what it really takes to buy, move, and settle into a new home before the year ends.

This is not a boring real estate lecture. This is a clear, practical strategy session to help you understand the buying process, avoid common mistakes, and take the right next steps with confidence.

Who This Masterclass Is For

This event is for you if:

You want to buy your first home before the end of the year.
You are tired of renting and wondering if homeownership is possible.
You are a current homeowner who needs more space, less maintenance, a better layout, or a new location.
You want to move before the holidays but do not know if your timeline is realistic.
You are unsure whether to buy first or sell first.
You have questions about pre-approval, down payment, closing costs, or monthly payment.
You have been scrolling homes online but feel unsure about what to do next.
You want to avoid rushing into the wrong home just because the holidays are approaching.

What You Will Learn

During this masterclass, we will walk through the home buying process in a simple, easy-to-understand way using my Seven Simple Steps framework that will allow you to unlock the door to your new home sweet home before the holidays.

You will learn:

How to know if buying before the end of the year is realistic for you
We will talk through timing, financing, home search expectations, and what needs to happen first.

What to do before you start touring homes
Before you fall in love with a house, you need clarity around your budget, monthly payment, must-haves, location, and buying power.

Why pre-approval matters more than most buyers realize
A strong pre-approval can help you understand what you can afford, avoid disappointment, and position you more confidently when it is time to make an offer.

How to shop strategically instead of emotionally
The goal is not to tour every cute house online. The goal is to identify homes that fit your budget, timeline, lifestyle, and long-term needs.

How to make a competitive offer without overpaying
We will discuss what sellers look for beyond price, including terms, timing, financing strength, and overall offer confidence.

What happens once you are under contract
You will learn what to expect with inspections, appraisal, lender steps, due diligence, closing attorney/title work, insurance, final walkthrough, and closing day.

How to prepare to move and settle in before the holidays
Buying the home is only part of the plan. We will also talk about utilities, movers, address changes, holiday timing, and how to reduce last-minute stress.

For First-Time Buyers

If this is your first home purchase, this masterclass will help you understand the process without feeling embarrassed, rushed, or overwhelmed.

You will leave knowing:

Where to start
Who you need on your team
What questions to ask your lender
What costs to prepare for
How the offer process works
What happens between contract and closing
How to avoid common first-time buyer mistakes

You do not need to know everything before attending. That is the point of the class.

For Current Homeowners

If you already own a home and want to buy another one before the end of the year, your strategy may look a little different.

We will discuss:

Whether you may need to sell before buying
How to think about equity in your current home
What to do if you find your next home before your current home is sold
How to prepare your home while shopping for the next one
Ways to avoid feeling stuck between two homes or no home
How to create a realistic buy/sell timeline

If your current home no longer fits your life, this session will help you understand your options before making a rushed decision.

Why This Is Worth Your Time

Buying before the holidays can be exciting, but it can also feel stressful if you do not have a plan.

This masterclass is designed to give you clarity before you make big decisions.

You will walk away with:

A simple understanding of the buying process
A clearer idea of your next step
A realistic year-end buying timeline
Questions to ask your lender and Realtor®
A better understanding of what makes an offer strong
A plan to move forward without feeling overwhelmed
Confidence about whether buying before the holidays makes sense for you

This is not about pressuring you to buy a home immediately.

It is about helping you understand what is possible, what needs to happen next, and how to make a wise move if the timing is right.

Hosted By

Alisha Askew, REALTOR® | Coldwell Banker Realty
NC & SC Real Estate Advisor
Serving Charlotte, South Charlotte, Ballantyne, Weddington, Waxhaw, Marvin, Fort Mill, Indian Land, Lake Wylie, and the Greater Charlotte Region.

Alisha helps buyers and homeowners make smart next moves with clarity, confidence, and strategy. Her approach is warm, honest, and professional — helping clients understand the process, avoid unnecessary stress, and move into their next chapter feeling prepared.

Seats Are LIMITED! Reserve Your Spot Today!

If you want to be in a new home before the end of the year, now is the time to understand your options and build your plan.

Join us for this 1-hour masterclass and leave with a clear path from “I want to buy” to “Welcome home.”

You do not have to have it all figured out.

You just need to take the first step.

Home for the Holidays Event Details:

Format: In Person

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 1st at 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST

Length: Approximately 1 hour

Location: Amelie's French Bakery 7715 Unit 34B Pineville-Matthews Rd Charlotte, NC 28226

Enjoy a complimentary beverage of choice. Food is available for purchase.

Call or text Alisha Askew at (704)937-1453 with any questions!

You may want to have a notebook nearby and think about your current home, your ideal timeline, and any questions you have about your next move.