Real Estate

Who Am I

• Tosha Thornton
• Broker, Realtor, MRP, REO
• In business since 2002
• Mother of 2, grandparent of 1
• Sibling of 4

Jeremiah 29:11

Benefits of Home Ownership

• Privacy
• Tax incentives
• Building equity
• Stability

African American Real Estate Challenges

• Twice as likely to be rejected on a pre-approval loan
• Has a much more difficult time navigating through all aspects of mortgage financing
• Has higher interest rates
• Recognized as having poor credit

Roy Donahue Peebles

Bridget "Biddy" Mason

How to overcome the challenges

• Change your mindset
• Educate yourselves by participating in workshops and counseling classes
• Become disciplined with your budget
• Be strict with saving
• Get your credit in good standing

African American Heroes

Southlake Realty of Atlanta
southlakerealtyatl@gmail.com
www.southlakerealtyatl.org
Office 770-742-8849