Free first-time homebuyer workshop

Homes on the Hill CDC will hold the homebuyer education course, A Home of Your Own, geared toward first-time homebuyers. The course is open to the public and free of charge. The workshop will cover topics ranging from financial literacy, credit and mortgage loans to how to choose a realtor, home inspections, and the closing process. Guest speakers will include area professionals in the fields of lending, real estate, and housing. This workshop may be a requirement for some down payment assistance programs and first time homebuyer loan programs. It is held at the Vineyard Community Center, 6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, Ohio 43081 on November 1st and 8th from 9 am to 1 pm. You must sign up in advance by calling 275-4663 ext. 100. It is located just down the street from The Edge condos, which are great for first-time home buyers, so stop by on your way home. I've taught the Realtor portion of these classes and am very impressed with the program. Please consider taking the classes if you are considering the purchase of a home.

Homes on the Hill CDC (HOTH) is a nonprofit organization providing decent, affordable housing for low and moderate income individuals and families and helping to strengthen their neighborhoods.