Claiming Your Space: Lending, Ownership & Long-Term Stability

DATE: Tuesday, October 21, 2025

PRESENTATION BEGINS PROMPTLY AT: 11:00am

LOCATION: Carhartt Workshop - 5800 Cass Ave, 2nd Floor, Detroit, MI 48202

📍 In-person only | Max 50 participants | Boxed lunch provided

🚨 Please note:

1. Each participant is limited to one registration and one ticket per session.
2. If you register for multiple tickets, any beyond the first will be canceled to ensure more people can attend and benefit.
3. If you’re sharing this opportunity with partners or peers, please ask them to complete their own individual registration.

Session Overview:

Whether you're a business owner ready to buy your building or a developer planning your next acquisition, owning property can transform your long-term outlook. This panel dives into what it takes to secure a loan, navigate underwriting, and pursue ownership in a city shaped by both opportunity and disinvestment. Hear from lenders, underwriters, and owners who’ve walked this path—and get clarity on whether ownership is the right next step for you.

Session Objectives:

Participants will:

• Understand the steps, requirements, and expectations of the lending and underwriting process
• Explore ownership models, financing structures, and potential roadblocks
• Learn from business owners and developers who transitioned from leasing to ownership
• Assess their readiness for ownership based on finances, goals, and market conditions
• Access resources that support the transition to ownership

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Carhartt Workshop, 5800 Cass Avenue, Detroit, United States

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