Free luncheon to offer tips on home buying and selling

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There is such a thing as a free lunch — as long as you're willing to listen while you eat. First-time home buyers and current homeowners are invite d to the first monthly Homeownership Luncheon Saturday from noon to 1 p.m. in Tysons Corner.

Attendees can learn about buying and selling real estate as well as financing and insurance from Naveed Shah, an agent with Keller Williams in McLean; as well as a mortgage lender, an insurance agent and a title company representative.

First-time buyers can get tips on buying a home, improving their credit and qualifying for a mortgage.

Homeowners can learn about refinancing and other ways to save money.

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Families are welcome to bring their kids to enjoy family-friendly activities. In addition to lunch, catered by Firehouse Subs of Fairfax, there will be drawings for giveaways, such as a free home appraisal (up to a $500 value), up to $250 off settlement fees for buyers, a free home warranty (up to $500) for buyers and two tickets to a Washington Nationals home game. Every attendee gets a free Starbucks gift card.

The event takes place at Nouvelle Apartments in Tysons Corner at 7911 Westpark Dr.

For more information, visit www.virginiahomeownersguide.com/april-seminar/^[2] or call/text 703-372-9292.

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