The goal of the Homebuyer Education Seminar is to provide an overview of the home-buying process and to provide updates on the current status of the housing market.

Topics of discussion to include:

*advantages and disadvantages of renting vs. owning
*establishing good credit
*knowing how much you can afford
*roles of various professionals in the home buying process
*down payment, closing costs and mortgage insurance requirements
*how to apply for a home loan
*closing and escrow
*responsibilities of being a homeowner
*and more

Local lenders and banking professionals will be on site to assist clients with pre-approval questions