By Doug D. Sims
In this interview, Raven Jackson, a realtor with nearly six years of experience, discussed her journey and insights in the real estate industry. Starting her career during the pandemic in 2020, Raven specializes in residential properties and particularly enjoys helping first-time home buyers. She shared details about various down payment assistance programs, including Michigan’s MSHDA program offering up to $10,000 for closing costs. Raven emphasized the importance of credit scores, noting that the MSHDA program requires a minimum score of 640, while FHA loans can be obtained with scores as low as 580. She discussed the unique challenges faced by black individuals in real estate, particularly regarding credit access and knowledge gaps. Raven also highlighted her plans to develop e-books for credit education and realtor training, and her personal advertising efforts through billboards. Throughout the conversation, she demonstrated a strong commitment to client education and support, particularly for underserved communities.
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