FREE First-Time Homebuyer Webinar

Get Up to $75,000 Toward Your First Home in Tampa Bay

There are city and county programs that can help with your down payment and even closing costs—including up to $50,000 in Tampa and up to $75,000 in St. Petersburg (eligibility required). Plus, there are programs across the Tampa Bay area many buyers don’t know about.

What You'll Learn

  • Where the money is: How to access down payment and closing cost assistance around Tampa Bay.

  • Exact steps to qualify: Income limits, home price caps, credit guidelines, and required classes—explained clearly.

  • Get mortgage-ready fast: What lenders look for beyond score and income.

  • Avoid costly mistakes: The top first-time buyer pitfalls (and how to dodge them).

  • How to win offers: Local, practical strategies that actually work right now.

Learn More About First-Time Homebuyer Programs in our Webinar

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Learn All About:

  • The truth about down payments—and why 20% isn’t required

  • How to get mortgage-ready (even with less-than-perfect credit)

  • Insider tips Realtors use to help first-time buyers win offers

  • The top 3 mistakes new buyers make—and how to avoid them

  • What lenders really look for beyond your income and credit score

  • Florida programs and loan options made just for first-time buyers

Meet Your Hosts

Local Experts. Real Support. No Pressure.

Lauren and Martin have helped dozens of first-time buyers in Florida navigate the mortgage and home search process with clarity, patience, and smart strategy. They know what first-time buyers are nervous about—and how to make it easier.

Peter Elsenbaumer

Loan Officer

NMLS #1108756

Peter is a client-focused loan officer who combines a strong background in Operations Management—with experience at both a Top 100 Brand in America and a Fortune 200 company—with a personalized, service-first approach to lending.

Peter is known for his organized and methodical process, making home financing feel clear, simple, and manageable—especially for first-time homebuyers. He takes the time to meet one-on-one with every client, ensuring they feel confident, informed, and supported from start to finish.

Peter is friendly, approachable, and deeply committed to delivering an exceptional experience, which has helped him build a business driven almost entirely by referrals and consistently outstanding reviews.

Peter is an active member of his community who enjoys biking, swimming, boating, and hiking. For anyone looking for a knowledgeable and reliable loan officer who truly puts their goals first, Peter is a trusted partner every step of the way.

Megan Weidenfeller

Realtor

Megan is an experienced Realtor who has been serving clients since 2015, with over 30 years of living and working throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties—making her a true local expert in the market.

Megan is dedicated to helping buyers and sellers across Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough Counties successfully navigate the purchase and sale of condominiums, single-family homes, waterfront properties, and everything in between. She begins every client relationship by understanding their unique needs and expectations, ensuring a personalized and results-driven experience.

Megan is passionate about education, believing that informed clients make the best decisions. She takes the time to guide and empower her clients every step of the way, creating confidence throughout the process.

Megan is a top-performing agent, consistently ranking in the top 10% of Charles Rutenberg agents year after year—an achievement that reflects her dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence.

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