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SUMMARY:Chamber Chat: Affordable Housing Workshop presented by Habitat for Humanity
DESCRIPTION:Members are invited to enjoy a complimentary business lunch\, featuring business topics and self-help tips designed to improve your work/life balance.Friday\, February 20 - Topic: Affordable Housing WorkshopFacilitators: Tiffany Arnold\, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity\, and Dana R. Weigel\, Vice President\, Mortgage Sales Manager of CoVantage Credit Union. Buying your first home can feel overwhelming but it doesn't have to be. This 30-minute Lunch & Learn is designed to give first-time homebuyers a clear\, practical overview of the homebuying process\, with a focus on affordable homeownership and long-term success.Renting vs. Buying: Understanding the key differences\, costs\, and long-term considerations of renting compared to owning a home.Are You Ready to Buy?: Common readiness indicators include financial stability\, savings\, and lifestyle considerations.Credit Basics: Why credit matters\, what lenders look for\, and simple steps to improve or maintain healthy credit.Pre-Qualification: What it means\, why it's important\, and how it helps you understand your buying power.The Application Process: An overview of what's required\, what to expect\, and how to prepare.Financing Options: A look at common mortgage types and programs designed to support affordable homeownership.How Your Realtor Helps: The role of a Realtor in guiding\, advocating\, and educating buyers throughout the process.Home Inspections: Why inspections matter and how they protect buyers before closing.Mortgage Payments: What Does 'Affordable' Really Mean?: Breaking down monthly costs beyond the mortgage insurance\, taxes\, utilities\, and maintenance.Maintaining Homeownership: Planning for upkeep\, budgeting for repairs\, and setting yourself up for long-term success as a homeowner.Who Should Attend?Those interested in becoming a First-time homebuyer in the next 12 months.Renters considering homeownership in the future.Anyone curious about affordable housing options in our community Tiffany Arnold is the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Wausau\, where she works to advance affordable housing solutions and strengthen communities across Marathon County. She works with local governments\, businesses\, donors\, and volunteers to expand access to safe\, stable\, and affordable homes. Under Tiffany's leadership\, Habitat Wausau has grown its impact through collaborative homebuilding\, critical home repair\, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives. She is passionate about building partnerships that support workforce stability\, neighborhood strength\, and long-term economic vitality.\n\n Dana R Weigel is the Vice President of Mortgage Sales at CoVantage Credit Union. Since beginning her mortgage career in 1999\, Dana has grown from an eager loan professional into a seasoned leader known for developing strong teams\, building meaningful member relationships and creating a culture of support and high performance. With more than 25 years in the industry\, Dana brings both deep expertise and a personal\, people‑first approach to every part of the mortgage process. Beyond her professional role\, Dana is deeply committed to her members\, her family and friends\, and her community. Her dedication is reflected in the many volunteer hours she has contributed throughout the years\, including her recent service on the Board of Director for Habitat for Humanity of Wausau.Upcoming programs to add to your calendarFriday\, March 13 - Topic: The Value of Hiring Right the First Time\, presented by Lisa Westphal and Michelle Kidder of Westphal StaffingFriday\, April 10- Topic: When Caffeine is not Enough\, presented by Dr Chett\, The Wellness WayFriday\, May 15 - Topic: Protecting Your Security in Today's Digital World\, presented by Sprinter TechnologiesContact Kathy Peterson at 715-848-5951 or kpeterson@wausauchamber.com to learn how your business can participate in a future session.These Chamber Chat events are offered to members\, by members!\nSpace is limited to 25 registered members for each complimentary program.This program/event is being hosted by the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce (GWCC) and is intended to provide information\, education and/or entertainment to individuals and businesses. The content presented does not necessarily represent the position of the GWCC Board of Directors\, staff\, sponsors\, member investors and/or the membership as a whole.Media Release: The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to use any audio and/or video recorded during this event\, without the expressed written permission of those included within the audio or video. The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce may use the audio or video in publications or other marketing materials produced\, used or contracted by the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce.
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Members are invited to enjoy a complimentary business lunch\, featuring business topics and self-help tips designed to improve your work/life balance.
Friday\, February 20 - Topic: Affordable Housing Workshop
Facilitators: \;Tiffany Arnold\, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity\, and Dana R. Weigel\, Vice President\, Mortgage Sales Manager of CoVantage Credit Union.
\;Buying your first home can feel overwhelming&mdash\;but it doesn&rsquo\;t have to be. This 30-minute Lunch &\; Learn is designed to give first-time homebuyers a clear\, practical overview of the homebuying process\, with a focus on affordable homeownership and long-term success.
Renting vs. Buying: \;Understanding the key differences\, costs\, and long-term considerations of renting compared to owning a home.
Are You Ready to Buy?: \;Common readiness indicators include financial stability\, savings\, and lifestyle considerations.
Credit Basics: \;Why credit matters\, what lenders look for\, and simple steps to improve or maintain healthy credit.
Pre-Qualification: \;What it means\, why it&rsquo\;s important\, and how it helps you understand your buying power.
The Application Process: \;An overview of what&rsquo\;s required\, what to expect\, and how to prepare.
Financing Options: \;A look at common mortgage types and programs designed to support affordable homeownership.
How Your Realtor Helps: \;The role of a Realtor in guiding\, advocating\, and educating buyers throughout the process.
Home Inspections: \;Why inspections matter and how they protect buyers before closing.
Mortgage Payments: What Does '\;Affordable'\; Really Mean?: \;Breaking down monthly costs beyond the mortgage&mdash\;insurance\, taxes\, utilities\, and maintenance.
Maintaining Homeownership: \;Planning for upkeep\, budgeting for repairs\, and setting yourself up for long-term success as a homeowner.
Who Should Attend?
- Those interested in becoming a First-time homebuyer in the next 12 months.
- Renters considering homeownership in the future.
- Anyone curious about affordable housing options in our community
\;Tiffany Arnold is the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Wausau\, where she works to advance affordable housing solutions and strengthen communities across Marathon County. She works with local governments\, businesses\, donors\, and volunteers to expand access to safe\, stable\, and affordable homes. Under Tiffany&rsquo\;s leadership\, Habitat Wausau has grown its impact through collaborative homebuilding\, critical home repair\, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives. She is passionate about building partnerships that support workforce stability\, neighborhood strength\, and long-term economic vitality.
Dana R Weigel \;is the Vice President of Mortgage Sales at CoVantage Credit Union. Since beginning her mortgage career in 1999\, Dana has grown from an eager loan professional into a seasoned leader known for developing strong teams\, building meaningful member relationships and creating a culture of support and high performance. With more than 25 years in the industry\, Dana brings both deep expertise and a personal\, people‑first approach to every part of the mortgage process. \;
Beyond her professional role\, Dana is deeply committed to her members\, her family and friends\, and her community. Her dedication is reflected in the many volunteer hours she has contributed throughout the years\, including her recent service on the Board of Director for Habitat for Humanity of Wausau.
Upcoming programs to add to your calendar
Contact Kathy Peterson at 715-848-5951 or kpeterson@wausauchamber.com to learn how your business can participate in a future session.
These Chamber Chat events are offered to members\, by members!
Space is limited to 25 registered members for each complimentary program.
This program/event is being hosted by the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce (GWCC) and is intended to provide information\, education and/or entertainment to individuals and businesses. \;The content presented does not necessarily represent the position of the GWCC Board of Directors\, staff\, sponsors\, member investors and/or the membership as a whole.
Media Release: \;The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to use any audio and/or video recorded during this event\, without the expressed written permission of those included within the audio or video. The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce may use the audio or video in publications or other marketing materials produced\, used or contracted by the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce.
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