Free Housing Fair March 18 For Harford County Potential Homebuyers

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — The Harford County Department of Housing and Community Development will host a free housing fair for potential homebuyers from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 18 at the Harford Community College student center, 410 Thomas Run Road in Bel Air.

Attendees will learn the essentials of homebuying, including understanding affordability, borrowing and credit; getting pre-approved for a mortgage; how to select a realtor; the purchasing process, including home inspections and title reviews; and responsibilities once you become a homeowner.

“I encourage those at any stage of the homebuying process to attend our workshop on Saturday, March 18. The department of housing and community development and partners will provide many helpful resources to participants,” Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly said.

Presenters include industry professionals in real estate, lending, home inspections and title companies, and Harford County HUD-certified counselors. Everyone will be available to answer questions after the presentation. Attendance at the Housing Fair also meets the certificate requirements for individuals in Harford County’s Housing Counseling Program, but the fair is open to anyone looking to purchase a home in Maryland, including first-time homebuyers, those who have not yet started the process and anyone purchasing a second home who is looking for a refresher. Attendees must preregister at bit.ly/HC-FTHB.