Homebuyer Education

There are many types of homebuyer seminars. While they all serve various needs only those that meet the educational requirements, when homebuyer education is required to use a specific program, are listed on this site. These seminars are offered by a wide range of providers. Portland Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® lists these seminars as a public service and believe they meet the current requirements for homebuyer counseling and/or education certification.


Foreclosure/Loss Mitigation Counseling The primary purpose in offering this course is to provide one-on-one counseling to victims of foreclosure. out service provides advocacy with the homeowners lender/servicer and the homeowner to determine the best option to save the home, referrals to social service and employment agencies, as needed as well as referrals to legal services. We also help the homeowner identify area within their budget to save money that will help them through their current situation. If necessary to pull credit report, a $20 fee will be required.
Date:	Daily - call for appointment	Instructor:
Time:	9 am - 5 pm M-F, By appointment only	Fee:	none

Sponsored by:	African American Alliance for Homeownership
Location:	825 NE 20th, Suite 225 Portland , Oregon
Phone:	503-595-3517

Homebuying 101 - Washington County Oregon An interactive 8-hour class where industry professionals teach what you need to know about the home buying process. You will learn about different home loans, property types, and much more. Industry teachers include a lender, a Realtor®, a home inspector and a title officer. Pre-registration is required and classes usually fill up 1-2weeks in advance. Class also offered online. For additional information please visit PHC's website at portlandhousingcenter.org or call 503.282.7744
Date:	February 18, 2012	Instructor:	PHC Staff
Time:	9am - 5pm	Fee:	$65

Sponsored by:	Portland Housing Center
Location:	Please call 503-282-7744 for location information. Beaverton , Oregon
Phone:	503.282.7744

Homebuyer A to Z TOPICS TO BE COVERED The Housing Decision, Financial Preparation, Shopping For a Home, The ABC's of Mortgages, The ABC's of Closing, Foreclosure Prevention, and Home Inspection. Please see website opendoorcc.net for the complete schedule and to register.
Date:	February 25, 2012	Instructor:	Elma Tarpley, CHC and Partners of Open Door
Time:	9am - 5pm	Fee:	$35/1 $50/2

Sponsored by:	Open Door Counseling Center
Location:	Open Door Counseling Center 34420 SW Tualatin Valley Highw Hillsboro , Oregon 97123
Phone:	503.640.6689

AAAH Homebuyer Education Class To help individuals understand the homebuying process, roles & responsibilities of homebuyer professionals and the understanding and importance of credit and savings. We also cover predatory lending and ways to prevent foreclosures. Pre-registration required. Visit website: www.aaah.org for more information, future dates and registration forms.
Date:	February 25, 2012	Instructor:
Time:	9am - 4:30pm	Fee:	$25.00

Sponsored by:	African American Alliance for Homeownership
Location:	Emanuel Hospital, MOB West CR 501 N Graham Portland , Oregon 97227
Phone:	503.595.3517

First Time Homebuyer Education To familiarize potential homeowners with the purchase process, the roles of the professionals involved and how to position themselves for successful homeownership. Registration form is available online. Website: clackamasclt.org
Date:	February 25, 2012	Instructor:	Loretta Walker Kelly
Time:	9am - 5pm	Fee:	$30/1 $35/2

Sponsored by:	Clackamas Community Land Trust
Location:	5427 Glen Echo Gladstone , Oregon 97027
Phone:	503.659.1618

HomeBuying 101 An interactive 8-hour class where industry professionals teach what you need to know about the home buying process. You will learn about different home loans, property types, and much more. Industry teachers include a lender, a Realtor®, a home inspector and a title officer. Pre-registration is required and classes usually fill up 1-2weeks in advance. Class also offered online. For additional information please visit PHC's website at portlandhousingcenter.org or call 503.282.7744
Date:	February 4, 2012	Instructor:	PHC staff
Time:	9am-5pm	Fee:	$65

Sponsored by:	Portland Housing Center (PHC)
Location:	3233 NE Sandy Blvd Portland , Oregon 97232
Phone:	503.282.7744

Money Smart Financial Education: 6 week course We encourage the intentional use of money by living with a household budget, establishing savings goals, and understanding the cost associated with the financial decisions the participants make in their daily lives. This 6 week course occurs quarterly. Participants will meet one night a week for six weeks. Website: www.clackamasclt.org
Date:	Offered quarterly - Next class starts 2/14/12	Instructor:	Contact person - Loretta Walker Kelly
Time:	Tuesdays 6pm - 8pm	Fee:	$25

Sponsored by:	Clackamas Community Land Trust
Location:	Clackamas Heights Comm. Bldg. 13900 S. Gain Street Oregon City , Oregon 97045
Phone:	503.659.1618

Pathways Home: Homebuyer Education Class (2 parts) Are you interested in learning the steps to mortgage readiness and purchasing your home? Our Pathways Home: Homebuyer Education class takes you through the steps to reach mortgage readiness and each step of the home buying process. This interactive class uses current, culturally specific information and exercises from Pathways Home: A Native Homeownership Guide (developed by the National American Indian Housing Council, NeighborWorks America and Oweesta). NAYA Family Center is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Pathways Home is a FREE, two part, 12 hour total class held on consecutive Saturdays taught by NAYA Family Center Homeownership Program Staff. Lunch and materials are provided. Parts 1 & 2 must be completed for graduation. To register, contact Anna Steirer at 503-288-8177 x 289 or annas@nayapdx.org
Date:	Saturdays: 2012 dates TBA	Instructor:	Sara Libby
Time:	9am-3pm	Fee:	None

Sponsored by:	NAYA Family Center
Location:	NAYA Family Center 5135 NE Columbia Blvd Portland , Oregon 97218
Phone:	503.288.8177

Hacienda CDC - The ABCs of Homebuying Hacienda CDC - The ABCs of Homebuying in English & Spanish. The purpose of this course is to educate first-time homebuyers in all aspects of the home buying process and homeownership responsibilities. The course is designed to assist all participants in making sound decisions when purchasing a home and understanding the resources available to them. Pre-registration is required. Website: www.haciendacdc.org/programs/homeownership/home-buying
Date:	Two-part class: 2/7/2012 & 2/14/2012	Instructor:	Homeownership Staff
Time:	6-9 pm	Fee:	None

Sponsored by:	Hacienda CDC
Location:	Hacienda CDC 5136 NE 42nd Ave Portland , Oregon 97218
Phone:	503-961-6405

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