Your pathway to home ownership: free event empowers first-time buyers to take the next step

Published: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9:49 AM

Owning your own home may feel like a distant dream in today’s challenging housing market – but it’s not out of reach. Tomorrow Wednesday, November 12, a panel of leading housing experts will come together at the Tullamore Court Hotel for a free ‘First Time Buyer Event’ designed to help you turn that dream into reality.

“Many first-time buyers are missing out on fantastic opportunities,” says Pat Flanagan of Ridley Place.

“There are excellent government grants and incentives available right now – and we want to help people understand how to access them. With the right information and advice, home ownership is possible.”

The event will reveal how first-time buyers can get on the property ladder for as little as €955 per month, combining the expertise of specialists in revenue schemes, mortgage advice, property, and development.

Attendees will gain crucial insights, including:

• Understanding the Help to Buy and First Home Schemes – with Mary Owens, Mortgage Specialist at Bank of Ireland

• The Legal Essentials of Buying Your First Home – with Joanne Bane, Partner at JD Scanlon Solicitors

• Finding the Right Home for You – with Tom Crosse, GVM Auctioneers

• The Importance of Insulation and Building Inspections – with Pat Flanagan, Ridley Place

• The evening will include an open Q&A session, along with one-on-one opportunities to speak directly with each of the panel – ensuring you leave with clarity, confidence, and a plan to move forward.

If you’ve been thinking about taking your first step into the housing market, this is the moment. The path to home ownership may be complex, but with the right guidance, it’s absolutely achievable.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday November 12

Time: Starts promptly at 6.30pm.

Venue: Tullamore Court Hotel

Spaces are limited, and demand is expected to be high.