[First Bank Webinar] Homebuyer Happy Hour

Homebuying 2 min read

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Are you a first-time home buyer unsure of the mortgage process or looking to refinance your current mortgage? Don’t miss our upcoming “Homebuyer Happy Hour”, happening on Thursday, January 16 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This special event is the first of many upcoming webinars hosted by First Bank that are designed to help you achieve your financial dreams.

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Event Details:

Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: Zoom Webinar (link provided upon registration)

What to Expect:

Our First Bank mortgage experts will share general mortgage information along with how the mortgage application process works. Topics covered include:

General information: basic mortgage terms and definitions, documentation standards and income calculation
Mortgage application process: what to expect, how to prepare
Mortgage applicant qualification: loan to value, debt to income ratio and calculations, credit expectations

Meet our First Bank Experts:

Jarrod Burcham | Mortgage Loan Originator | Greensboro, NC

Jarrod pledges professional service and personal attention while finding the right mortgage that fits your needs. Whether you are looking to purchase your first home, build your next, refinance your current home, buy an investment property or purchase a vacation rental, Jarrod will guide you through the home loan process.

Monica Moses | Community Mortgage Officer | Apex, NC

As Community Mortgage Officer, Monica serves as a liaison for the mortgage loan originators regarding community outreach in underserved markets. One of her focuses is educating potential homeowners by participating in homebuyer workshops in low to moderate income areas. Monica’s role allows First Bank to build connections with minority realtors and builders while enhancing the visibility of our organization.

Registrations are now closed – stay tuned for the Q&As from our Homebuyer Happy Hour!

Our knowledgeable panel shared their experiences and provided actionable insights during our Homebuyer Happy Hour to help you make informed decisions about homebuying. We will be posting the Q&As from the session to view on our website soon so you won’t miss any valuable expert insights. Keep an eye on our website for updates, and feel free to reach out to one of our loan officers if you have any mortgage questions.

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