What you'll learn
How the Section 184 Loan works and who qualifies
How to purchase a home on or near tribal trust or allotted land
What documents and steps you need to begin the approval process
How to prepare for your home search and next conversations with your real estate agent
Meet Your Expert Guide
Robert Crawford
Senior Instructor | Licensed Realtor | Tribal Real Estate Consultant | Licensed Financial Services Representative | CEO, Blackfeet Lodge Group Inc.
Robert Crawford, a proud member of the Blackfeet Nation, is a licensed Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams and a licensed Financial Services Representative with The Miliare Group. He specializes in tribal lands, first-time homebuyer education, and wealth-building strategies designed to empower Native communities through insurance and financial literacy. With over 20 years of experience in federal, tribal, and legal frameworks across Indian Country, Robert is recognized as one of the nation’s leading authorities on Tribal Right of First Refusal (ROFR) and trust land transactions. A retired U.S. Army Infantry Captain, Robert has served as a Real Estate Advisor, Legal Advocate, and Homeownership Coordinator for the Blackfeet Nation, as well as the former Co-Chair of the Montana Native American Homeownership Coalition. His work is dedicated to helping Native families and professionals build generational wealth through culturally aligned pathways in homeownership, protection planning, and land stewardship.
About Your Session
Your consultation with Robert Crawford is a personalized, one-on-one session designed to support you wherever you are in your journey — whether that’s building financial readiness, preparing to buy a home, navigating the Section 184 loan, or working through real estate processes on tribal land. Together, you will review your goals, clarify your next steps, and address any challenges or questions you may have. This may include guidance on trust land transactions, tribal ROFR, BIA Realty procedures, lender requirements, credit preparation, savings strategies, or long-term wealth planning. Each session focuses on clear action steps, cultural understanding, and practical strategies you can begin applying immediately — so you can move forward with confidence and purpose.
Take the Next Step Toward Homeownership and Financial Confidence
You’ve completed the Pathways Homebuyer Education Course—now it’s time to turn your knowledge into action.
Schedule your Homebuying Consultation with Robert Crawford, Licensed Realtor and Pathways Lead Instructor. Get clear guidance on purchasing a home, navigating trust or allotted land, and understanding the Section 184 loan process. This session will help you outline your next steps with confidence and move closer to the home and future you envision for yourself and your family.