Free HUD Approved First Time Homebuyer Workshop

Schedule

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 23 Jan, 2027 at 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

1835 S Perimeter Rd | Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Ready to buy a home? Learn credit tips, down payment help & the step-by-step process at our FREE Homebuyer Workshop!
About this Event

Homebuyer Education Workshop – 8-Hour Certification Course

Ready to stop renting and start building wealth through homeownership?

Join us for a comprehensive 8-Hour HUD-Approved Homebuyer Education Course designed to guide you step-by-step through the entire homebuying process. This workshop is perfect for first-time buyers and anyone planning to purchase using down payment assistance programs or grants.


🎓 Certification Included

All attendees who complete the full 8-hour course and meet with a HUD-certified housing counselor will receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate.

This certificate is:

  • Required by most lenders
  • Required for many Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs
  • Required for many homebuyer grants

This certification can be the key to unlocking thousands of dollars in assistance.


What You Will Learn
Pillar 1: Financial Readiness & Credit Strategy

Speaker: Credit & Financial Expert

  • Understanding your credit score and how it impacts approval
  • How to improve your credit before applying
  • Debt-to-income ratio explained
  • Budgeting for homeownership
  • Preparing your finances the right way

Pillar 2: Mortgage & Loan Options

Speaker: Licensed Mortgage Professional

  • FHA vs. Conventional loans
  • Down Payment Assistance programs
  • First-time homebuyer grants
  • Interest rates and how they work
  • Pre-approval vs. pre-qualification
  • What lenders are really looking for

Pillar 3: The Homebuying Process Step-by-Step

Speaker: Licensed Realtor

  • From pre-approval to closing day
  • How to make a strong offer
  • Understanding contracts and contingencies
  • Home inspections and appraisals
  • Negotiation strategies
  • What happens at closing

Pillar 4: Protecting Your Investment

Speaker: Industry Professional (Title/Insurance/Inspector)

  • Title process explained
  • Home inspections and why they matter
  • Homeowners insurance basics
  • Avoiding common first-time buyer mistakes

Why Attend?
  • Learn how to buy with confidence
  • Discover how to access down payment assistance
  • Avoid costly mistakes
  • Get your required 8-hour certification
  • Build a plan toward homeownership

This workshop is not just information — it’s preparation for ownership.

Seats are limited. Register today and take the first step toward owning your home.


Agenda

🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
The Mortgage Process
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Budgeting
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
House Shopping
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Protecting Your Home
🕑: 11:45 AM
Inspecting Your Home
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch Break
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM
Title & Closing
🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Fair Housing
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Creditworthiness
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Issue Certificates
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Where is it happening?

1835 S Perimeter Rd, 1835 South Perimeter Road, Fort Lauderdale, United States

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