This class will help prepare you for the final stages of your journey to homeownership. Our HUD-certified homeownership counselors will discuss in depth the important topics you need to know before purchasing. You will learn how to avoid common costly mistakes and demystify the closing process. We will bring in guest speakers to share their experience in their role in the home purchase process, share how to budget, grant eligibility, and much more.

Topics will also include:

• Obtaining a mortgage

• Grant opportunities

• Housing and market search

• Insurance and inspections

• Explanation of the closing process.

You will be provided the registration links once you’ve completed Steps 1, 2 and 3 of the program, including attending Homebuyer Education Session 1. Earn your Certificate of Completion (required for many down payment assistance programs and by some lenders) by completing all the required steps in our Homebuyer Program, including this class. Meets the requirements for Monroe County First Time Homebuyer Grant Program.

Contact our Intake Specialist at homebuyer@pathstone.org or 585-546-3700 with any questions.

Class fee: $75