STEPS Towards Homeownership – Financing the Dream of Homeownership

Where we’re STEPPIN’ to next:
STEPS Toward Homeownership virtually throughout CA
Date: June 10th 2026
Time: 10 am – 12:45 pm
Location: Virtual Event

Financing the Dream of Homeownership

STEPS Towards Homeownership addresses Housing Affordability from the perspective of Financial Literacy.

This is a fantastic event that will teach you everything you need to know about helping your clients obtain affordable, sustainable homeownership.

10:00 – 10:05 Welcome – Marc Farfel / Sara Sutachan
10:05 – 10:25 Why Homeownership Matters – Jordan Levine S.V.P. & Chief Economist
10:25 – 10:55 Understanding Client’s Needs & Expectations – REALTOR Resources
10:55 – 11:45 Short Breakouts HUD Counseling, Insurance, Condos, Credit, and DPA
11:10: – 11:45 Advanced Lending Issues When Financing the Deal
11:45 – 12:00 DPA What’s Next – Putting it All Together Summarizing
12:00 – 12:30 Q&A / Breakout Sessions

California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) – Down Payment Assistance (DPA)
Chase Home Loans – Lending Programs
CrossCountry Mortgage – Lending Programs
Freddie Mac – General Updates and Products
Golden State Finance Authority (GSFA) – Down Payment Assistance (DPA)
Guild Mortgage – Lending practices & Programs