Special thanks to Manna Homebuyers Club graduate, Nikki Peele, for sharing her homebuying experience at last week's HomebuyersClub (HBC) General Meeting. Nikki talked about her experience in the HomebuyersClub and how it helped prepare her for homeownership and serving as president of her condominium association board. Especially when it comes to knowing and understanding an association's governing documents (aka condo docs) and condo fees.
Nikki also stressed the importance of knowing what is the right purchase for you. Nikki knew she wanted a home with little outdoor maintenance required, so a condo fitted her needs exactly. For HBC Director Willamena Taylor, Nikki's sentiments helped reinforce many things they stress to the members of the HBC- "For us, it helped reinforce what we talk about. You start where your money can take you. For many a condo is a great first home purchase that can eventually to that single family home."
You can check out Nikki here in this youth-produced short film on the community of Historic Anacostia as part of DCCAH's Media Arts Camp through the Summer Youth Employment Program.
Ahhh! Thank you for the kind words! It was such a pleasure and a privilege coming back to speak to the class. I owe Manna's Homebuyer Class and Ms. Pam and Ms. Wilimeina so much. Because of them I found not only my first home but my new life and career!
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I didn't realize that was you! I love your Twitter feed and your blog!
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