An initiative by
CONVERGENCE Columbus

Homeownership.
Together.

Changing generational experiences and amplifying community voices,

Bloom celebrates, supports, and brings transparency and guidance

to every step of the homeownership journey for ALL Columbus area residents.


Are you ready to take the first step?

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Find My Why

Take the homeownership readiness quiz, explore our Columbus mortgage calculator, bust local housing myths, and discover other tools to drive your homeownership journey.

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Journey Map

Find Central Ohio real estate experts that are committed to Bloom’s ethos of equity or download professional vetting guides to help you build the support system that’s right for you.

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Build My Team
See practitioners that are committed to Bloom’s ethos of equity and find professional vetting guide to build the support system that’s right for you.
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After I Buy

Unlock the full power of homeownership with resources that help Franklin County residents maintain, sustain, and preserve their home for generations to come.

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Your Bloom

It takes community to build community. Bloom honors your personal homeownership journey by connecting you with unbiased advice, professional allies, and tools you can trust.

Our network of practitioners

James Jones & HCI Inspections

Jason Hottle

Kim Caine

Kim Caine

Covered Limited Liability

Lisadiana Bates

Gina Mancuso

Justin Price

Justin Price

Nakita Wilson

Karin Xander

MK Yussuf

Cinnamon Doran

Mariegeo Nyamitambo

Terri Calloway

Lori Crabtree

AnnieMac Home Mortgage

Homeport

Homeport

First Commonwealth Bank

First Commonwealth Bank

Anna McCurdy

Anna McCurdy

Jameika Lowery

Clifton Jackson

Tanika Johnson

Peoples Bank

US Bank

Omni Title

Candice Gist

Jennifer Jones

Apprisen

Park National Bank

Park National Bank

Maxmud Mo

PNC Bank

PNC Bank

CMHA Homeownership Program

Kennisha Cunningham

Lori Watson

American Eagle Mortgage

American Eagle Mortgage powered by CrossCountry Mortgage LLC

Jeff Kanowsky

Brandi Powell

Montina Carrington

Micah Trowery

Dawn Kelley

Aba Essilfie

Marsha Packer

Fifth Third Bank

Fifth Third Bank

WesBanco

Heather Mann

State Bank

Huntington Bank

Huntington Bank

Radhika

Radhika Moore

Local Realtor

Revolution Mortgage

Central Ohio Community Land Trust (COCLT)

Joe Holland

Dairdre Scriven

Wright-Patt Credit Union

Khalese Lewis

Unisha Dickerson

First Merchants Bank

Sharon Rigsbee

Sharyn Rigsbee

Janene Parham

Janene Parham

Licensed Realtor with Red 1 Realty

CrossCountry Mortgage

David Tweet

Qiana Jones

Qiana Jones

Stephanie Knights

Homes on the Hill

Homes on the Hill CDC

Union Savings Bank

Columbus Urban League

The Columbus Urban League

Aletha Mitchell

USA Mortgage

Michelle Moore

Brittany LB Eddy

Brittany L.B. Eddy

Comparion Insurance

Belen Rodriguez

Jihaun Whatley

Neighbor testimonials

Sharon Rigsbee

Sharyn

Just recently, I spoke with a buyer who found my profile on the Bloom614 and was recommended to the website by her homebuying counselor. She was already so informed and educated about the home-buying process – it just shows that each of us has a critical role to play as we interact with potential homeowners. I just loved hearing her talk about the “team” she was putting together to help her! Because she had explored the journey map and completed her homebuyer education course, our conversation was immediately richer and more productive, and she really shared with me out of the trust she feels through this experience thus far. This experience confirms that every facet of our work is successfully inspiring people to move past the fear of the unknown. We are truly empowering and educating buyers, allowing them to advance towards their homeownership dreams with remarkable confidence. Really grateful to be apart of what Bloom614 is doing!

– Sharyn

Adrienne

Adrienne

“I would love to own a home. It’s something I desire and I’m intentional about bringing it to fruition. My life is really hectic, so many different things happening on a day-to-day basis. For me, there’s always room for more knowledge on financial literacy, mortgages, the resources that are out there.”

-Adrienne

Demarcus

Demcarcus

“There’s an in-sync-ness with other people out here. You don’t have to complete. You can stay in your own lane. There’s a lot of good people out here. Our credit is decent, we’re entrepreneurs, and we want to continue down that space [of homeownership].”

-Demarcus

Tanya

Tanya

“I am a renter, definitely an aspiring homeowner. The most important thing for me is having my own front door. So many of the new apartments feel like hotels, they feel so temporary. My own front door makes it feel like home.”

-Tanya

Muhammad

Mohammad

“I am from Bangladesh and have been here about 21 years. My neighborhood is very good. My sons have bought homes in Dublin, Cleveland, and Detroit. I tell people: buy a home and settle here, work here and stay here.”

-Mohammad

Your city events

Mar 28

Homeport Financial Fitness/Money Management Class (virtual)

9 AM

Apr. 4

Homeport Homebuyer Education Course (virtual)

9 AM – 11 AM

Apr 11

Homeport Homebuyer Education Class (virtual)

9 AM

Apr. 18

Financial Fitness Boot Camp: Becoming Financially Fierce-Part 2

National Coalition of 100 Black Women

10 AM – 12 PM

1350 Briarwood Ave Columbus, OH 43211

Get ready to boost your money game at our Financial Fitness Boot Camp: Becoming Financially Fierce-Part 2, located at 1350 Briarwood Ave Columbus, OH 43211 on April 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Eastern Time)! This fun, in person bootcamp will help you become financially fierce with practical tips and easy to follow advice. Whether you’re new to budgeting or want to sharpen your skills, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on a chance to take control of your finances in a relaxed and friendly setting!

Apr 18

Homeport Money Management/Financial Fitness Class

Apr 25

MORPC Housing Resource Fair

10 AM – 2 PM

111 Liberty Street, Suite 100, Columbus OH 43215

Apr 25

Homeport Money Management Class

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We Are Bloom

We believe Black and minority communities should have the opportunity,
resources, and assistance to make progress towards homeownership. We
believe homeownership is a long-term investment that creates generational
wealth and shapes futures.

Bloom’s vision is to become a cornerstone in our communities by providing tools
and resources relevant to today’s Black and minority homebuyer. Follow along with us.