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North Carolina First-Time Home Buyer Blueprint – Southern Smarts for Smart Buyers
North Carolina’s booming markets demand local know-how – our First-Time Home Buyer Class arms you with Carolina-specific strategies. Whether you’re targeting Charlotte’s fast-moving suburbs, Raleigh’s tech corridor, or Asheville’s mountain retreats, we’ll show you how to buy wisely in today’s competitive climate.
This is your playbook for NC homebuying:
• Crack the code on NC’s hottest markets (where prices rise but deals still exist).
• Leverage first-time buyer programs like NC Home Advantage Mortgage.
• Navigate the new reality of bidding wars in growing Triangle towns.
• Avoid inspection pitfalls unique to Carolina’s humid climate.
Our instructors – local Realtors® and mortgage pros – reveal what really moves the needle in NC’s diverse markets. You’ll learn:
→ Why do specific Charlotte neighborhoods appreciate faster?
→ How Research Triangle’s job growth impacts housing inventory.
→ Coastal market secrets beyond the obvious hotspots.
Stop guessing. Start winning. Our data-driven approach gives you the edge to:
✓ Spot undervalued properties before they hit the market.
✓ Structure offers that stand out (without overpaying).
✓ Understand the fine print on HOAs in master-planned communities.
Ready to plant roots the smart way? Join our next Carolina-focused session, where Southern charm meets hard-hitting real estate strategy.
MEET YOUR HOSTS

Liza Seymour
RALEIGH
Meet Liza

Meredith Diamond
RALEIGH
Meet Meredith
Being a Raleigh native, Meredith witnessed the Triangle’s incredible growth and built Diamond Realty Group to provide a refined, high-touch experience rooted in trust and care. Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make, and having the right agent can make all the difference. She’s passionate about helping clients not only find a home they love but also build wealth and well-being through real estate. Her approach combines deep local expertise with personalized service, ensuring every client feels informed, valued, and supported from the first conversation to the closing table. It would be an honor to guide you through this important milestone and serve as a trusted advocate every step of the way!

Grant Cunningham
MORRISVILLE + CARY + APEX
Meet Grant
Grant is a real estate agent with The Coley Group at Compass in Raleigh, North Carolina. He has been practicing real estate since Spring 2025 and has loved every moment of it. He enjoys helping guide buyers from the initial meeting all the way through closing on their perfect home and beyond. For him, real estate is about more than homes; it’s about the people and relationships behind them.

Kerrigan Zambrana
RALEIGH + WAKE FORREST
Meet Kerrigan
Passionate about guiding first-time buyers, Kerrigan prides herself on making the process approachable and exciting, ensuring her clients feel supported every step of the way. For sellers, she designs listings that stand out and draw the right buyers. Her philosophy is simple: every home has a story, and her job is to bring that story to life while negotiating the best outcomes for her clients. When she is not working, Kerrigan is immersed in photography and content creation as well as personal fitness, cooking and enjoying these passions with family and friends. Whether buying your first home, moving up, or preparing to sell, Kerrigan is committed to providing exceptional service, clear communication, and results that move you forward.

Fernando Segovia
DURHAM + CHAPEL HILL
Meet Fernando
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