Attending our virtual homebuyer workshop is the first step for many individuals in the process. The workshop is based on a comprehensive curriculum developed by NeighborWorks America, and segments are delivered by guest speakers such as lenders, realtors, insurance agents and home inspectors. Participants leave the workshop with an understanding of the mortgage loan process, credit reporting, how to find a home, insurance, home inspections as well as information about various downpayment assistance options. Workshops are typically held monthly (15 per year) and last a minimum of eight hours. Certificates are issued at the end of the class and are good for one (1) year.
DHIC counselors can provide guidance as to when might be best for you to participate. Attending the workshop is a required step of our counseling process and is also required by several providers of first-time homebuyer loan products.
An online homebuyer education option, eHome America, is also available for clients who prefer to complete the course at their own pace.
“Bringing Home the Dream” Workshops
Please note there is a $20 fee per household for course materials. This fee must be paid at the time of the workshop you attend (payments made by check or money order only).
Given the growing concerns of COVID-19, we will be hosting the homebuyer education workshops virtually until further notice. These workshops will be split into two Saturdays (4 hours each) rather than one 8 hour class. Please note, you must complete both sessions on their scheduled dates. Certificates are good for one (1) year. You will not receive the zoom meeting information until the week of the workshop.
Registration for the August 15 & 22 virtual Homebuyer Education Workshop is now closed.
2020 Workshop Schedule (subject to change):
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September 19 & 26 – Virtual | |
| October 10, 2020 | ||
| November 14, 2020 | ||
| December 12, 2020 | ||
| August 15 & 22 – Virtual |
For more information or assistance, contact Tiffany Wilkins at (919) 832.3696 or via email: tiffany@dhic.org.
Spanish-speaking workshop schedule:
| November 14, 2020 |
For more information or assistance regarding our Spanish-speaking workshops, contact Yandry Mastromihalis at (919) 600.5368 or via email: yandry@dhic.org.
Workshop dates are subject to change.
Workshop hours: 8:00am-4:00pm, with check-in beginning at 7:30am.
These hours are subject to change as we move to a virtual workshop format due to COVID-19.