Your resume might not reflect a conventional career path, but it's given you a fulfilling life in the Bay. Now that you're ready to put down roots, you wonder if buying your own home is within reach. Do I need to earn more to qualify for a better loan? Will my income be consistent to support this mortgage?

Veteran entrepreneur Mae Chan was told by mortgage brokers it would be nearly impossible as a self-employed, single-income household to qualify for a loan. Then she met Helena Jones-Kim, who encouraged Mae to just begin where she was and take it one step at a time. With Helena's tireless encouragement, Mae bought her first property in 2024 that she's now developed to generate multiple sources of business revenue.

If home ownership is your dream and you want support for making that dream come true, Helena and Mae will lay out the steps. You'll leave the workshop clear on your one next step so you can start where you are too.

About the presenters:
Mae Chan coaches visionary entrepreneurs and intrapreneurial executives to clarify their unique offering and operationalize it from alignment with their life’s purpose and income goals. Mae is is a member at Groundfloor Oakland and leads Entrepreneur Club. https://www.reallifeoakland.com/

Helena M. Jones offers trusted support for real estate sales, purchases, and investments, as well as concrete financial guidance in creating wealth through real estate. She is currently the Chairman of the Board for SF African American Chamber of Commerce. https://www.helenajoneskim.com/