From the moment we rise in the morning until the time we turn in for the night, our homes are our havens from the chaos of day to day life. Beyond just a place to store our things or rest our heads, our homes offer ours families a peaceful oasis to connect, unwind, and renew with those we hold the most dear. Purchasing a home of your own is a major moment in a person’s life, marking a tremendous milestone for them and their families. And if you are preparing to embark on your journey towards homeownership, Isles is here to help you get started at their upcoming First Time Homebuyers Workshop.
On Saturday, April 20th, Isles invites you to participate in the upcoming First-Time Homebuyers Workshop. Throughout the afternoon, Isles, who is registered as a HUD-certified housing counselor, will be providing guests with the need to know details when navigating the home-buying process. The workshop will take place from 8:45am to 4:00pm at Isles, located at 33 Tucker St., Trenton, NJ 08618. The cost of admission is $50 per individual or $75 per couple. Some of the resources included with the cost of your admission include workshop materials, snacks and lunch, coffee/tea, and more. If you are planning on attending and have an impairment, disability, language barrier, or otherwise require an alternative means of accessing information about housing counseling services, please contact Isles at homehelp@isles.org for further assistance.
At the conclusion of the seminar, guests will receive a Home Buyer Education Certificate, which is required to qualify for a number of first-time homebuyer programs and perks. Please do be aware that if you plan on attending, only those who stay for the entirety of the workshop in order to be eligible to receive your certificate.
This informative afternoon will cover a variety of must-know information regarding purchasing a home, including:
- What are the financial reasons to buy a home?
- How much mortgage can I afford? Will I qualify?
- What role does a realtor play? A lender? An inspector?
Throughout the workshop, you will also have the opportunity to hear more about local, state, and lender-based financial assistance programs which can help save you major money throughout the home-buying process. From preferred mortgage rates to closing cost assistance and more, accessing these programs can mean countless dollars saved for you and your family. Do not let this opportunity pass you by, because by spending just one afternoon of your life at the First-Time Buyers Workshop, you can unlock hundreds in savings both now and in the years the come.
For more information on this and other housing services provided by Isles, please visit their website, linked here: Isles – Home. If you have any questions or would like any help registering for the workshop, please contact the Isles team at homehelp@isles.org. No matter where you roam, there’s no place like home, and this informative workshop is here to help you get one step closer to acquiring the home of your dreams.
