Buying a Rural Home:

Straight Talk for First-Time Buyers

Free Webinar | March 11 | 6:00 p.m.

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Ready to put down roots? Before you request that first showing, you’ll want to understand the ins and outs of buying a home.

Get started by signing up for this free webinar from Compeer Financial. Created especially for first-time buyers in rural communities, you’ll learn about the unique lending benefits available to rural borrowers and how to access them.

Our speakers, Compeer Home lending officers Leigh Rodebaugh and Jennifer Layton, will draw on their years of professional experience to break down everything first-time buyers need to have in place before meeting with a lender. When you’re ready to buy, you can move through the process with confidence.

Can’t make the webinar? Sign up anyway and we’ll send you a link to the replay so you can catch the insights when it’s convenient for you.

What You'll Learn:

How rural home loans differ from traditional lending, and some of potential benefits for borrowers
Steps needed to getting buyer-ready, including down payment considerations and loan options
Why your choice of lender matters, and how to find one who provides personalized services and helps you navigate the obstacles

Who Should Attend:

First-time homebuyers seeking a place in a rural community
Potential borrowers feeling constrained by financial stress
Anyone who wants to learn more about unique rural lending opportunities

Featured Speakers

Leigh Rodebaugh

Home Lending Officer, Compeer Financial

Leigh Rodebaugh is a Rural Living Solutions Lending Officer at Compeer Financial serving the northwestern counties of Illinois. Drawing from her background as a paralegal, Leigh has 15 years of experience helping clients find the right financial solutions and tools to achieve their rural living dreams and goals.

Jennifer Layton

Home Lending Officer, Compeer Financial

Jennifer Layton started her career at Compeer Financial in 2013 and quickly found her niche with Rural Living Solutions. Understanding that the right financing package takes careful planning and consistent effort, Jennifer has a passion for helping people make their dreams of rural living a reality.

All loans subject to credit, underwriting and property approval guidelines. Offered loan products may vary by state. There is no guarantee that all borrowers will qualify. Restrictions may apply. This is not a commitment to lend or extend credit. Terms, conditions and programs are subject to change without notice.

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