Stop Renting. Dream It. Prepare for It. Own It - Homeownership Bootcamp

What if you started preparing today so that one day your monthly housing payment could help build your own future instead of someone else's?
About this Event

I personally invite you to join the East Portland Community Wealth Initiative Homeownership Bootcamp – Phase 1

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF):

Think about this…Let’s estimate your monthly rent is $1,780; you're paying approximately $21,360 each year for rental housing.

Now imagine that over five years of paying rent:

$21,360 × 5 years = $106,800

Over ten years of paying rent:

$21,360 × 10 years = $213,600

We all need a place to call home, and renting is the right choice for many people at different stages of life. But if your goal is to become a homeowner, ask yourself:

What if I started preparing today so that one day my monthly housing payment could help build my own future instead of someone else's?

Homeownership is more than having a place to live. It can be an opportunity to build equity, create financial stability, and establish a legacy for yourself and your family.

Whether you're ready to buy a home today, six months from now, or even a few years from now, this bootcamp is designed for you. Homeownership begins long before you receive the keys—it begins with education, preparation, and a commitment to your future.

Over the last 60 days, our previous bootcamp has already helped multiple families take meaningful steps toward homeownership. Over the past several weeks, participants have learned the homebuying process, developed budgets, connected with homeownership down payment assistance resources, and begun preparing for the financial milestones ahead. More importantly, they know they are not walking this journey alone. We continue to educate, encourage, and support them every step of the way.

The housing market will continue to change, but one thing remains true: those who prepare today will be in the best position to seize tomorrow's opportunities. By understanding the homebuying process, improving your financial readiness, and creating a plan, you'll gain the confidence to make informed decisions when the time is right.

Many people dream of owning a home but hesitate because they feel uncertain, overwhelmed, or afraid. That's okay. Courage isn't the absence of fear—it's taking the first step despite it.

The goal isn't to rush into buying a home before you're ready. The goal is to become prepared so that when the right opportunity comes, you can confidently say, "I'm ready."

Don't let fear make today's decision for your future. Let education, preparation, and a plan replace uncertainty with confidence.

Your future home begins with the first step—not the final one. Attend Phase 1 of the Homeownership Bootcamp.

We look forward to welcoming you and helping you begin your journey toward homeownership.