No. Many people start researching months before they plan to buy. The goal is to understand the process early so you can make informed decisions when the time is right. Buying your first home should happen on your timeline. There’s no expectation or pressure to move quickly.

Homebuying conditions change in cycles driven by factors like interest rates, inventory, lending standards, and the broader economy and what worked in one period doesn’t always apply in the next. You can see those multi-year shifts in Ohio housing data over time. Source: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/OHSTHPI

Our education focuses on helping you understand how financing fits into the broader buying process, so you can ask better questions and make confident choices regardless of who your Lender is.

No. The guide, on-demand webinar, and First Home Fridays events are provided at no cost. They’re designed to give buyers access to clear information and practical resources before making major decisions.

No. First Home Fridays is education-focused. We cover how the process works, what decisions matter most, and common pitfalls to avoid. When you decide to work with an Agent, that conversation happens separately and on your timeline.

You don’t need to fit a strict definition. Many people attend who haven’t owned a home before, haven’t bought in a long time, or simply want a better understanding of how buying works today. If that sounds like you, the information will still be useful.

Yes. The information is tailored to how buying works in Ohio, including a look at very local practices around financing, contracts, inspections, and closing. That local context is important and often missing from general online advice.

You’ll receive follow-up resources and invitations to future First Home Fridays events. You can stay as engaged as you’d like—there’s no requirement to attend in person or take next steps until you’re ready.