04/18/2026

McDonough, GA – April 18, 2026 — Guild Mortgage Company, in partnership with Chenoa Fund and Academy Mortgage, is proud to host a free, in-person Homebuyer Readiness Event designed to educate and empower individuals and families on their path to homeownership.

The event will take place at Pinecrest Baptist Church (175 Foster Drive, McDonough, GA 30253), with doors opening at 9:00 AM and programming running from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

This community-focused event is part of Guild Mortgage’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to homeownership through education, financial literacy, and strategic partnerships. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the homebuying process in a supportive, no-pressure environment.

What Attendees Can Expect

Participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Learn the key steps involved in purchasing a home
  • Explore down payment assistance programs and financing options
  • Connect with mortgage professionals and housing experts
  • Ask questions during a live Q&A session
  • Begin the pre-approval process on-site (optional)

Attendees who wish to explore pre-approval can bring supporting documents such as pay stubs, tax returns, identification, and bank statements, though these are not required to attend. These items will not inhibit you from starting the loan process.

A Mission Rooted in Community

Guild Mortgage continues to lead initiatives that bridge the gap between education and access, particularly in underserved and emerging markets. Events like this are designed to meet people where they are—providing clarity, confidence, and actionable next steps toward homeownership.

Register and Learn More

This event is free to attend, but space is limited. Interested participants are encouraged to register in advance.

To reserve a seat and explore additional upcoming events across the country, visit Guild Mortgage’s official Eventbrite page:

https://041826HBRFAtlantaGA.eventbrite.com/?aff=NGRSVP

Guild Mortgage regularly hosts similar educational events nationwide, making it easier for communities across the U.S. to access trusted homebuying guidance and resources.

Media contact:

Laura Aguiar Diaz

Marketing Manager

[email protected]

Disclaimer

For informational purposes only and based on publicly available information. Materials are general communications, which are not impartial, and are provided solely for discussion purposes, and not in connection with any product or service offering. Any forward-looking views and statements are based on current estimates or expectations of future events or results; actual results may differ. Views expressed should not be attributed to Guild Mortgage Company as a whole and may not be reflected in the strategies and products offered by the company.

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About the Author: Guild Mortgage

Guild Mortgage Co. is a nationally recognized retail mortgage lender with branches across 49 states and the District of Columbia. Since 1960, Guild has delivered the promise of home to neighborhoods nationwide through a team of local loan officers with expertise in Conventional and government loans, down payment assistance programs, home equity loans and many more products. Guild elevates the customer service experience with its mobile app, borrower portal, mortgage calculators and real-time loan updates. With a robust in-house loan servicing team, Guild helps borrowers explore and understand rates and payment options or access their home equity. To learn more, visit GuildMortgage.com.