About this Event
Enjoy today's seminar in the comfort of your own home, courtesy of the Zoom platform! Our first-time home buyer classes are fun, educational sessions designed to give an overview of current market conditions and the home buying process. You will learn all you need to know to become a savvy buyer!
Make your dream of home ownership a reality and discover the steps that will put you on the path to becoming a successful first-time home buyer. As the saying goes, knowledge is power, and after tonight's seminar you'll have the best tips and tools from one of the Washington, DC area's top duo, and be on your way. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers, along with a lively and thorough presentation by our speakers, Realtor Denise Verburg and Mortgage Broker Joe Zamoiski.
This seminar will be a great first investment in your path to home ownership; you'll be amazed at how much information and expertise you learn in such a short time. We hope you can join us!
What past attendees have said about the seminar:
“Highly recommend this to anyone buying a home, first-timer or not. Speakers were excellent, and gave a good understanding of the process in a limited amount of time.”
"A lot of USEFUL information in a short-time. I have done online research on home buying in the past, but to my surprise, still learned useful traps to avoid. Money and time very well spent, thank you!!"
"I really learned a lot about the home buying process--from the start of the pre-qualified lender meeting to the closing contingencies. I really appreciate the advice and knowledge."
"This was an excellent seminar, Joe and Denise were excellent and gave us the most relevant and accurate information on first time home ownership!"
"The presenters were knowledgeable and energetic. It was definitely time well spent. I learned some things I didn't know about the current process for qualifying for a loan. I also appreciated the tips on questions to ask a realtor."
“Found the information regarding the contingencies and how to work them very valuable.”
“It was very informative and well worth my time.”
About our speakers, Denise Verburg and Joe Zamoiski:
Our first-time home buying seminars are brought to you by top professionals and expert team Denise Verburg with Compass, a Best Washingtonian 2016 Realtor, and Joe Zamoiski with Atlantic Coast Mortgage. With more than 15 years of experience and a global background, Denise is a financial expert and has a passion for helping people fulfill their dreams. Joe is a native Washingtonian and has over 20 years experience in the mortgage industry, with a diverse background that highlights his ability to connect with clients. Together, Denise and Joe are a powerhouse Realtor/Mortgage Broker team who are passionate about helping buyers make a substantial investment in their future.
You will learn:
- Rent vs. Buy – determine if home ownership is meant for you
- Choosing the right lender – knowing the questions to ask
- Mortgage basics: rates, points, fees
- Financing basics: FHA, conventional, conforming, and "jumbo" loans
- Buyer agency and choosing the right agent: importance of a buyer consultation
- What to do when you find the right property: property & neighborhood due diligence
- Understanding contingencies (inspection, appraisal, financing & document review contingencies)
- Writing a successful offer in a competitive market
- Navigating through to a successful closing
- Avoiding red flags
You'll receive incentives worth over $1000 just for attending:
- A home warranty ($550 value)
- A home appraisal ($595 value)
More about our first-time home buying speakers:
Denise Verburg, Realtor: During her 16 year long career in real estate, Denise, a former Londoner who is fluent in French, has used her global perspective and local market knowledge to earn her place among the top one percent of real estate agents in the nation. Denise was named one of the Best Agents in the Washington, D.C. region by Washingtonian magazine in 2016 and 2021 Bethesda Top Producer. Some of Denise's clients affectionately call her their "British bulldog" for her tenacity and consistent, passionate advocacy for their interests.
Denise loves helping people buy a home they fall in love with or sell their home to move on to the next and guiding clients through the wealth-building process of real estate transactions. She is equally comfortable educating first-time buyers at homebuyer seminars and assisting sophisticated luxury home buyers to find a home that meets their high standards. Her ability to coordinate house renovations, prepping & staging, photography & marketing makes her a valuable asset for any seller.
Joe Zamoiski, Loan Officer: Joe Zamoiski III is a native Washingtonian and a graduate of Boston University. Over the last 24 years, he has excelled at "turning clients into friends every day," first while working as an account executive for Washington Sports & Entertainment (the parent company of the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals) and now with Atlantic Coast Mortgage. Joe joined the mortgage industry in 1998 and found the business appealing as it was an opportunity to help people navigate the home buying process. His mission has always been to ensure each client feels informed, confident, and comfortable from day one. Joe is committed to his clients and makes sure they are treated the same way he wants to be treated. Joe has also been teaching 1st-time buyer seminars for over 15 years.
He is consistently among the top of his peers in the industry and has thousands of happy clients. Joe has teamed up with his twin brother (Jason Zamoiski) to create "Team Z Mortgage."
Have questions or need more info?
Call Denise at 301-335-5103, email [email protected], or visit her website at https://deniseverburg.com
Call Joe at 301-370-2510, email [email protected] or visit his website at http://www.teamzmortgage.com
You can also visit their website at www.dchomebuyingseminars.com for more information.
We hope you can join us at tonight's online seminar for first-time home buyers; you'll learn the best steps to become a successful first-time home buyer and gain valuable knowledge and skills. Space is limited so order soon; we look forward to seeing you there!
Note: Please be sure to check your e-mail prior to the event. We will send out the Zoom link 15 minutes before the event begins.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Washington, D.C., Online, Washington , D.C., United States
USD 0.00 to USD 10.00