First-Time Home Buyer Workshop Oct. 15

Thinking about becoming a homeowner? Learn all about the procedures and key terms of home buying at a free workshop for first-time home buyers on Monday, October 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Housatonic Habitat for Humanity, 51 Austin Street, Danbury.

Speakers, including Beverly Hoppie of Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, Donna Chillemi of Fairfield County Bank, Daniel DiBartolomeo, attorney, and Patty McManus of William Pitt Realty, will explain the steps to take before searching for a home, the advantages of home ownership, and how to qualify for a mortgage.

The workshop will also review the basics of home mortgages and practical financial planning, and Housatonic Habitat volunteer Allison Homberg will discuss the Habitat model, which includes a 0% Habitat-held mortgage for families who meet specific criteria. For more information or to RSVP for the workshop, contact: info@housatonichabitat.org or 203-744-1340 x104.

Housatonic Habitat for Humanity focuses on making a meaningful difference in the lives of qualified working families by promoting financial stability and self-sufficiency through ownership of affordable homes. This process transitions families from renters to homeowners who pay taxes; it helps stabilize families; and enables households to build equity or their future.

For more information about Housatonic Habitat for Humanity, see our website: www.housatonichabitat.org or our two Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/housatonichabitatforhumanity/ or www.facebook.com/danburyrestore/.

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