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 powerful wealth-building tool, how families can begin preparing to purchase, and why advocacy and education are essential to creating stronger communities.

Secure the Deed is sponsored by the Greater Cleveland Realtors Association.

#SecureTheDeed #Homeownership #GenerationalWealth #BlackHomeownership #RealEstate

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 powerful wealth-building tool, how families can begin preparing to purchase, and why advocacy and education are essential to creating stronger communities.
Secure the Deed is sponsored by the Greater Cleveland Realtors Association.
#SecureTheDeed #Homeownership #GenerationalWealth #BlackHomeownership #RealEstate

Conversations that explain the vital role of owning a home and how that plays into building wealth, fostering stability, and strengthening communities.

Conversations that explain the vital role of owning a home and how that plays into building wealth, fostering stability, and strengthening communities.

Secure the Deed

Building Wealth Through Homeownership

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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 rate guarantee
✔️ 1-on-1 coaching from start to finish
✔️ FREE weekly homebuyer classes (every Tuesday on Zoom)

But what really sets this apart?

There’s no commission-based pressure—which means you’re not being pushed into a loan that doesn’t fit your life. Instead, you’ll get honest guidance, real education, and the time you need to make the right decision.

Whether you’re just starting to think about buying a home or you’ve been told “not yet,” this episode will show you what’s actually possible—and how to take your first step.

In this episode, we break down a different approach to homeownership&mdash;one that&rsquo;s built around education, support, and real financial assistance, not pressure.
You&rsquo;ll learn how first-time homebuyers can get access to: ✔️ Up to $13,000 in down payment assistance ✔️ Discounts on closing costs ✔️ A low rate guarantee ✔️ 1-on-1 coaching from start to finish ✔️ FREE weekly homebuyer classes (every Tuesday on Zoom)
But what really sets this apart?
There&rsquo;s no commission-based pressure&mdash;which means you&rsquo;re not being pushed into a loan that doesn&rsquo;t fit your life. Instead, you&rsquo;ll get honest guidance, real education, and the time you need to make the right decision.
Whether you&rsquo;re just starting to think about buying a home or you&rsquo;ve been told &ldquo;not yet,&rdquo; this episode will show you what&rsquo;s actually possible&mdash;and how to take your first step.

How to Buy a Home with Less Money & Zero Pressure

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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, development projects, and ways homeownership can be a tool to start your real estate  investment portfolio.  Tune in to share in our pride for our neighborhoods, hear tips on investing, and learn more about programming at CNP. 

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, development projects, and ways homeownership can be a tool to start your real estate &nbsp;investment portfolio. &nbsp;Tune in to share in our pride for our neighborhoods, hear tips on investing, and learn more about programming at CNP.&nbsp;

Love and Legacy: Homeownership and Development in Cleveland Neighborhoods 

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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 generational homeownership.

Our Guest Chanel Starks provides insight into LISC Cleveland&rsquo;s efforts to expand rehab financing for homeowners and tackle&nbsp;the&nbsp;hidden crisis of heirs&rsquo; property. Discover how strategic funding and community partnerships are helping residents repair&nbsp;their homes,&nbsp;secure&nbsp;clear title, and preserve generational homeownership.

Repair, Restore, Retain: How LISC Cleveland Is Changing the Housing Landscape

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