2026 Virtual Home Buyer Series:
Prepare to Buy a Home
Buying a home starts long before you tour properties or make an offer.
The Prepare to Buy a Home Webinar Series is a complimentary educational series hosted by The Shaina McAndrews Team, powered by eXp Realty, designed to help buyers understand the process, avoid costly mistakes, and feel confident before moving forward.
By registering once, you will receive access to all live sessions in the series, along with the recordings delivered directly to your email.
This series covers the most important pieces of preparing for homeownership, including how to get properly started, mortgage options, credit improvement, home inspections, and how to compete successfully without overpaying.
Whether you are planning to buy soon or just beginning to explore the idea, this series is designed to give you clarity and direction.
How to Get Properly Started as a Homebuyer
Session 1:
January 6th, 12pm
Buying a home can feel overwhelming if you do not know where to begin. This session breaks down the home buying process from the very first step and explains how to prepare before you start touring homes.
We will walk through what needs to happen upfront, common mistakes buyers make early on, and how working with the right team helps protect your time, money, and long term goals. You will also learn how The Shaina McAndrews Team supports you at every stage of the process so you can move forward with confidence.
This session is ideal for first time buyers and anyone who wants a clear, stress free starting point.
Mortgage Basics and Choosing the Right Loan
Session 2:
January 13th, 5pm
Understanding your mortgage options is one of the most important parts of preparing to buy a home. In this session, a lending expert from The Federal Savings Bank will walk through how the mortgage process works and how to determine which loan program best fits your financial situation.
We will cover common loan types, what lenders look for when reviewing an application, and how to position yourself for a smooth approval before making an offer. This session is designed to give you clarity around financing so you can move forward with confidence and realistic expectations.
Anatomy of a House and the Home Inspection Process
SESSION 3:
January 20th, 12pm
Homes are made up of many systems, and understanding the basics can help you feel far more confident during the inspection process. In this session, Greg DuPey Team from Pillar to Post will explain how homes are built, what inspectors are looking for, and what findings are common.
You will learn how to read an inspection report, which issues are typically minor versus more serious, and how inspections are used during negotiations. This session helps remove fear and confusion so you can make informed decisions after your inspection.
Credit Repair and Score Improvement
SESSION 4:
January 27th, 12pm
Credit plays a major role in your ability to buy a home and affects both loan approval and interest rates. In this session, Micah Abigail, owner of a credit repair company, will explain how credit scores work and what factors have the biggest impact.
We will discuss realistic ways to improve your credit, common mistakes that hold scores back, and when more structured credit repair support may be helpful. This session is designed to give you a clear starting point, no matter where your credit stands today.
How to Win the Home You Love Without Overpaying
SESSION 5:
February 3rd, 12pm
Making an offer can be one of the most stressful parts of buying a home, especially in a competitive market. This session breaks down how offers are evaluated, what sellers care about most, and how to strengthen your offer without simply raising the price.
You will learn smart strategies for competing while staying protected, avoiding common mistakes, and understanding how your agent negotiates on your behalf. This session is ideal for buyers who want to be prepared before they find the right home.
