Secure the Deed
Building Wealth Through Homeownership
In Episode 6 of Secure the Deed, host Kenya Brown sits down with Ashley Thomas, President of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, to discuss homeownership, generational wealth, housing equity, financial literacy, and the future of Black homeownership. Learn why homeownership remains a …
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How to Buy a Home with Less Money & Zero Pressure
In this episode, we break down a different approach to homeownership—one that’s built around education, support, and real financial assistance, not pressure. You’ll learn how first-time homebuyers can get access to: ✔️ Up to $13,000 in down payment assistance ✔️ Discounts on closing costs ✔️ A low…
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Love and Legacy: Homeownership and Development in Cleveland Neighborhoods
In this episode we discuss legacy and love for Cleveland neighborhoods with Quinton Green, Sr. Real Estate Transactions Manager at Cleveland Neighborhood Progress (CNP) and owner of Destined for Greatness Realty. This conversation dives into what it means to invest in our communities with intention…
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Repair, Restore, Retain: How LISC Cleveland Is Changing the Housing Landscape
Our Guest Chanel Starks provides insight into LISC Cleveland’s efforts to expand rehab financing for homeowners and tackle the hidden crisis of heirs’ property. Discover how strategic funding and community partnerships are helping residents repair their homes, secure clear title, and preserve gener…
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The Friend You Didn’t Know You Needed
Title insurance is the usually the last thing buyers think about when purchasing a home, but it is your best friend until the end! We talk with Sarah Minneman of Stewart Title to breakdown what title insurance is and how it protects your purchase. Past unpaid taxes? Surprise heirs? Liens? Learn al…
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Ready Set Mortgage: : What You Need to Know Before Purchasing A Home
In this episode we talk with Jason Wagner and Jennifer Robinson of Third Federal Savings and Loans to help you navigate the world of interest rates, credit scores, and getting ready to qualify for a mortgage for your first or next home. From tackling credit challenges to figuring out how to get in…
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