Join us to explore your housing options! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, renter, or looking to shift your living situation, our fair has something for everyone. Our trusted partners will provide expert advice around financial literacy, including opportunities for renting and/or homeownership. 

Program at a Glance

10am - 2pm: Housing Expo with 20+ partners || See partner list below

11am - 1:45pm: 30-minute optional break-out sessions || See break-out session list below

Breakout sessions will include:

• Renting in Charlotte: where and what to look for before you sign your lease

• Preparing your finances: figuring out your current budget, planning personal finance changes to improve your credit, and planning how you’ll save for a downpayment

• Getting mortgage-ready: deep dive into student loans, credit scores, and debt to income ratios - and steps you can take to improve your readiness across all these indicators

• Buying a starter home: reasons to buy when you can’t yet afford your dream home

• Shopping for a mortgage: nitty-gritty details on the finer points of mortgage terms and types and how to weigh your options

• Getting through the purchase process: from offer to appraisal to insurance to closing, learn what to expect and how to look out for yourself in the process 

• Ongoing maintenance: how to keep your home in good shape and avoid significant maintenance problems - and what to do when they happen

• At Home in CMS: Learn about our initiative and progress so far and share feedback about what you would like to see for next year!