Savannah Realtors to Host Fair Housing Seminar

The free event will provide resources on homeownership and fair housing laws.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:07pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a house key repeated in a tight grid pattern, conceptually representing the accessibility and inclusivity of homeownership opportunities.The Savannah Area Realtors' upcoming fair housing seminar aims to open doors to homeownership for all through education and community resources.Savannah Today

The Savannah Area Realtors are hosting a 'Home Buyer's Seminar' on April 28th from 4-7 pm at the Junior Achievement Discovery Center of Georgia. The free event, themed 'Opening Doors for Everyone', will educate attendees on fair housing laws, pathways to homeownership, and provide various housing resources to the community.

Why it matters

This seminar aims to promote fair and equitable access to housing opportunities in the Savannah area, addressing concerns around housing discrimination and barriers to homeownership that certain demographics may face.

The details

The event will be hosted by the Savannah Area Realtors, with President Amy Gutting and DEI Committee Chair Mertha Maddox providing details and information. Attendees will learn about fair housing laws, steps to becoming a homeowner, and have access to various housing resources and services.

  • The Home Buyer's Seminar will take place on April 28, 2026 from 4-7 pm.

The players

Savannah Area Realtors

A professional organization representing real estate agents and brokers in the Savannah, Georgia area.

Amy Gutting

The President of the Savannah Area Realtors.

Mertha Maddox

The DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Committee Chair for the Savannah Area Realtors.

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What they’re saying

“The free event will break down fair housing laws, pathways to homeownership and bring housing resources to community members.”

— Amy Gutting, President, Savannah Area Realtors

“The free event will educate attendees on fair housing laws, pathways to homeownership, and provide various housing resources to the community.”

— Mertha Maddox, DEI Committee Chair, Savannah Area Realtors

What’s next

The Savannah Area Realtors encourage all community members interested in homeownership to attend the free 'Home Buyer's Seminar' on April 28th.

The takeaway

This seminar demonstrates the Savannah Area Realtors' commitment to promoting fair and equitable access to housing opportunities, addressing barriers to homeownership, and providing valuable resources to the local community.