First-Time Home Buyer Seminar
Thinking about buying your first home but not sure where to start? Spend 90 minutes with a local real estate team and a trusted mortgage lender who will walk you through exactly what it takes to go from "just looking" to holding your own keys.
A Quick Welcome From Your Hosts
Before the big night, hear directly from the team about what you'll walk away with.
Buying Your First Home Doesn't Have to Be Overwhelming
This seminar was built for people who want real answers before they start house hunting — no pressure, no sales pitch, just useful information.
It's Completely Free
No cost to attend and no obligation to work with anyone on the panel. Just show up and learn.
Local, Expert Guidance
Get insight from a real estate team and lender who work in the Wake Forest & Triangle market every day.
Understand Your Loan Options
Learn about down payment assistance, FHA, VA, and conventional programs designed for first-time buyers.
Live Q&A
Bring your toughest questions. There will be time set aside to get them answered on the spot.
A Clear Action Plan
Leave knowing exactly what steps to take next, in what order, and roughly what to expect at each stage.
A Room Full of People Like You
Connect with other first-time buyers asking the same questions you are.
What You'll Learn
Here's what we'll cover over the course of the evening.
- 1 The home buying process, step-by-step — from first search to closing day.
- 2 Getting pre-approved: what lenders actually look at, and how to strengthen your position.
- 3 Loan programs for first-time buyers, including low and no-down-payment options.
- 4 Budgeting for a home purchase — beyond the down payment (closing costs, reserves, and more).
- 5 How to write a competitive offer in today's market.
- 6 Common first-time buyer mistakes, and how to avoid them.
- 7 Open Q&A with our panel.
Your Presenters
A local real estate team and an experienced mortgage consultant, sharing what they know from years of helping buyers in the Triangle.
Tyler Carper
Real Estate Agent, One Leg Up RealtyA Carolina guy through and through, Tyler is a second-generation real estate agent who grew up around the business in Bladen County. He's called the Triangle home for 25 years and brings over 23 years of client service experience to every transaction — communicative, thorough, and detail-oriented from first showing to closing table.
Derek Raposo
Real Estate Agent, One Leg Up RealtyOriginally from Massachusetts, Derek relocated to North Carolina and found his passion helping others navigate the journey of buying and selling homes. His background in technology helps the team streamline the process for clients, offering clear insights and efficient guidance from search to signing.
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Dawn Seabolt
Senior Mortgage ConsultantWith more than 18 years of lending experience and over 1,500 clients served, Dawn specializes in guiding first-time buyers through pre-approval, loan programs, and every financial question in between — with a focus on making the process feel simple and personal.
Event Information
Mark your calendar — here's everything you need to know.
- DateTuesday, September 22, 2026
- Time6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- LocationThe Loading Dock Wake Forest
525 South White Street
Wake Forest, NC - CostFree — refreshments provided
- Hosted ByOne Leg Up Realty (Long & Foster) & Prosperity Home Mortgage
Sign Up — It's Free
Seating at The Loading Dock is limited, so reserve your spot below. We'll send a reminder before the big night.
Your First Home Is Closer Than You Think.
Join us September 22nd at The Loading Dock Wake Forest — it's free, it's low-pressure, and it could save you thousands.
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