Pre-Approval Workshop & Clinic (free RSVP required)

Overview

Take the guesswork out of getting pre-approved and get a clearer picture of your home-buying budget with this hands-on workshop.

Pre-Approval Workshop & Clinic

Getting pre-approved is one of the most important steps in the home-buying process — but what actually goes into it, and how do you know what you can comfortably afford?

Join Amanda Hill and Denise Shepherd from eXp Realty, along with Chris Bullock from CrossCountry Mortgage, for a hands-on workshop designed to take the mystery out of the pre-approval process.

We’ll start with an overview of what pre-approval is, why it matters, and what lenders look at when determining your buying power. Then, we’ll walk through a real-world pre-qualification example together. You’ll have a worksheet to follow along and plug in your own information as we go, helping you begin to understand how the numbers translate into a potential home-buying budget.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a better understanding of your target budget, what information you’ll need to finalize your pre-approval, and clear next steps if you’re ready to move forward with CrossCountry Mortgage.

To get the most out of the hands-on portion of the workshop and see how the process applies to your own situation, see the FAQ's for what to bring to the workshop.

Come with your questions, bring your numbers, and leave with a clearer picture of what buying a home could look like for you.

Buyer Workshop Series

This workshop is part of our Buyer Workshop Series, featuring focused sessions designed to help you feel more prepared and confident throughout the home-buying process. Each workshop stands on its own, so you can attend one or both depending on where you are in your home-buying journey.

Also in the series:

Writing a Winning Offer Workshop

Monday, November 2 | 6:30–8:00 PM

Event Details

October 19, 2026

6:30 PM - 8 PM

AO Office

Plan Your Visit

Getting here is easy. Staying awhile is the fun part.

Location

3401 Tuttle Road

Shaker Heights - OH

44122

Hours

Monday - Thursday

7 AM - 9 PM

Friday - Saturday

7 AM - 10 PM

Sunday

7 AM - 8 PM

Contact

For Leasing Inquiries:
Van Aken Management -
leasing@thevanakendistrict.com
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