# Event Details - **Event Name**: Homebuyer Readiness Fair | Columbia, SC - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: We are bringing the entire housing ecosystem to prepare you for homeownership.About this EventWondering if owning a home is possible for you? Come find out! We're hosting a free event to help you take the first steps toward buying a home. No confusing jargon, just real talk and helpful info.What You'll Learn:? Mortgage Qualifications: What you need to qualify.? Financing Options: Discover what works for you.? Market Insights: What's happening locally.? Preparation Tips: Build generational wealth through homeownership.Why Attend?Whether you're just starting to think about homeownership or you're ready to take action, we're here to help you move forward with support and guidance every step of the way.Onsite Pre-Qualification:Bring these items to get pre-qualified onsite with our local licensed loan officers*Paystubs from the last 30 daysW-2s or 1099s from the past 2 yearsFederal tax returns from the past 2 years (all pages)A government-issued photo ID (and resident card if applicable)Bank statements from the last 2 months (all accounts)Investment account statements from the last 2 months (if any)Reserve Your Spot Today!Don't miss out on this opportunity to take the first step toward homeownership.*The items above will not inhibit you from starting the loan process.Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMDoors open & registrationInfo: Guests check in and network with housing professionals. Enjoy a light complimentary breakfast and refreshments.?: 09:30 AM - 09:35 AMWelcome and intro?: 09:35 AM - 09:40 AMAcknowledgment of Political & Community LeadersInfo: Brief introduction of any attending public officials or dignitaries.?: 09:40 AM - 10:10 AMFinancial Literacy PresentationInfo: Topics include budgeting, credit, saving for a home, and mortgage basics.?: 10:10 AM - 10:17 AMDown Payment Assistance: Chenoa Fund OverviewInfo: Learn about opportunities to bridge the down payment gap.?: 10:17 AM - 10:24 AMPrivate Mortgage Insurance: Enact MI OverviewInfo: Understand how PMI works and how it supports homeownership.?: 10:24 AM - 10:31 AMSupport Services: Housing CounselorsInfo: Overview of housing counseling resources and support for buyers.?: 10:31 AM - 10:46 AMSC Housing OverviewInfo: Learn about opportunities to bridge the affordability gap. ?: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMNetworking & Wrap-UpInfo: Have the opportunity to get pre-qualified with our local licensed loan officers, connect to help with any questions you may have and help prepare a plan for your next steps.?: 10:46 AM - 11:00 AMAudience Q&AInfo: Open floor for attendees to ask questions of presenters and panelists. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-columbia/homebuyer-readiness-fair-|-columbia-sc/100001979239436434 - **Event Categories**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fhomebuyer-readiness-fair-columbia-sc-tickets-1979239436434 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: West Columbia - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: Brookland Banquet & Conference - **lat**: 33.9991874 - **long**: -81.07308189999999 - **full address**: Brookland Banquet & Conference, 1066 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Guild Mortgage Company (https://allevents.in/org/guild-mortgage-company/20220473) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/0a430ce8812f70db3f0ec993368e6a2b760df1f698b6634e438739e95276d728-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2c8dd2-gmir.jpg?v=1768286014 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/87f89e33ac13181dd66c7c3af41d0c5f5f262ad73c603892dc21527ebe9677f0-rimg-w400-h400-dc4974bf-gmir.jpg?v=1768286014 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? 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