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A Home Buyer Education Program encouraging homeownership opportunities, sustainability, and home buying preparation for first time home buyers
Dominion Homes, Homes on the Hill, and The Columbus Urban League all recognize that to succeed in homeownership there are key concepts that all first time buyers need to understand. This program is designed, not only to help prepare you for homeownership but to reward you for your efforts.
There is no cost to you to attend one of the eight hour seminars and upon completion of the class, you will receive a certificate which will enable you to receive an additional $1,000 off on the purchase price of your new Dominion home.*
 At the seminar, the instructor, who is accredited by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will present:
- • Advantages and disadvantages of homeownership
- • New vs. existing home choices – responsibilities
and pitfalls including how to budget to buy a home
- • pros and cons of renting
- • How to review and understand your own
credit situation
- •What lending alternatives are available to you
and how to apply for a mortgage loan
- • What to expect during the closing process
- • How to be a successful homeowner
Both The Columbus Urban League and Homes on the Hill are HUD certified credit counseling agencies. To sign up for the next seminar click on www.cul.org services or www.hoth-cdc.org or call HOTH at 275-4663 or CUL at 257-6300.
 Homes On The Hill is a nonprofit organization that was incorporated in 1993 to develop decent, affordable housing in the Hilltop for low and moderate income individuals and families, and helps to strengthen neighborhoods. HOTH specializes in homeownership education programs and home rehabilitation. For more information visit www.hoth-cdc.org.
 The Columbus Urban League is also a nonprofit organization. Founded in 1918, it is the oldest and largest community based organization committed to empowering African Americans and other citizens in the social and economic fabric of our society. Funded by the United Way, foundations, businesses, memberships and federal, state and local governments, the Urban League is committed to social and economic equality of opportunity for all citizens and implements its mission through advocacy, bridge-building, program services, and research. For more information visit www.cul.org services.
* Certificate must be presented to Dominion Homes by the homebuyer at least 30 days prior to closing so that an addendum can be drafted, signed, and accepted.
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