In today’s shifting economic landscape, understanding your financing options is more important than ever. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion designed to equip homebuyers, homeowners, entrepreneurs, and real estate professionals with practical strategies to navigate lending in a higher-rate environment.

Co-hosted by Bay State Bank, Realtor Association of Central Mass (RACM), Better Business Bureau of Central New England (BBB), and the Small Business Administration (SBA), this expert-led conversation will provide insight into both residential and commercial financing trends — and how individuals and businesses can prepare for success.

Panelists will explore:
– Residential financing strategies in a higher-rate market
– Commercial and small business lending solutions
– Interest rate trends and what they mean for borrowers
– Steps buyers and businesses can take now to strengthen loan applications
– How to overcome common lending barriers in today’s economy

Whether you’re purchasing a home, growing a business, or advising clients, you’ll leave with actionable guidance and a clearer understanding of today’s lending landscape.

This Lunch & Learn panel event is generously sponsored by Wattson Home Solutions.
Light lunch will be provided.