Avila Home Group × Lake Michigan Credit Union · Buyer Workshop
Thinking About Buying a Home?
Start Here.
You don’t need to have it all figured out. Join Sam Avila and Leah Paauwe for a welcoming, pressure-free conversation about buying a home—and the steps that make sense for you.
Reserve My SpotBring your questions. Leave with a clearer plan.
WhenMonday, November 30, 2026
6:00–7:30 p.m. Eastern
Your choiceIn person or virtually
Choose how you’ll join when registering.
WhereKeller Williams Grand Rapids East
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Clarity before commitment
A better starting point
for your next move.
Considering a home purchase but unsure where to begin? Whether this would be your first home or you’ve bought before, this workshop helps you understand your options without rushing your decision.
Know what comes next.
Walk through the homebuying process, from the first conversation and home search to an offer, inspections and closing.
Understand the basics.
Learn what preapproval involves, which financing questions to ask and how to prepare for a conversation with a lender.
Plan beyond the price.
Get a practical introduction to down payments, closing costs and the cash you may need for your purchase.
Start with a payment that fits your life.
Explore how to plan around a comfortable monthly payment, including questions about taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance and other ownership costs.
Your questions belong here.
Ask Sam and Leah about the steps, costs and decisions you want to understand. No question is too basic.
Meet your hosts
Real estate guidance.
Financing perspective.
Sam Avila
Avila Home Group
Keller Williams Grand Rapids East
Clear explanations and a plan built around your goals, timing and questions.
Leah Paauwe
Mortgage Loan Originator
Lake Michigan Credit Union
Practical guidance on preapproval, financing basics and preparing for the costs of buying a home.
NMLS #2704550
LMCU institution NMLS #442967
Keller Williams Grand Rapids East. Each office is independently owned and operated. Lake Michigan Credit Union, NMLS #442967. Leah Paauwe, NMLS #2704550. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. Educational information only; participation is not a loan application or a commitment to lend. Financing is subject to application, credit approval and applicable program requirements.
Join us your way
A seat in the room.
Or a spot online.
In person
Keller Williams Grand Rapids East
1555 Arboretum Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Virtually
Select “Virtual” on the registration form. Joining instructions will be provided before the workshop.
Monday, November 30, 2026 · 6:00–7:30 p.m. Eastern
Before you join
You’re welcome at any stage.
Do I need to be ready to buy right now?
No. This workshop is designed to help you understand the process and plan ahead. Your timeline is your own.
Is this only for first-time buyers?
No. Anyone considering buying a home is welcome, including people who have purchased before and want a refresher.
Do I need to be preapproved?
No. We’ll explain preapproval and financing basics so you know where to start and what questions to ask.
What should I bring?
Your questions and something for notes. Please don’t submit financial documents or sensitive personal information through the registration form.
Every move begins with a plan.
Let’s make your first step clearer.
Register on EventbriteReserve your spot below and tell us whether you’ll join in person or virtually. We’ll contact you with workshop details and joining instructions.
November 30, 2026 · 6:00–7:30 p.m. Eastern