Homebuyer Basics Workshop Offered By MSU Extension

Learn about home ownership and the mortgage lending process

May 26, 2015—L’Anse, MI—Michigan State University Extension is presenting a homebuyer basic workshop to share valuable information about the home-buying process. Learn how to navigate the technicalities of the mortgage lending and how to avoid costly mistakes. The workshop is on June 22, 2015, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Baraga County Courthouse, 16 N. 3^rd St., L’Anse, MI 49946. Call 906-524-6300 to register, or register online http://events.anr.msu.edu/homebuyer/.

The workshop will instruct participants on the advantages of homeownership, the steps in the home-buying process, the costs of homeownership, the importance of good credit rating, the amount you can afford for a mortgage, the kind of mortgage to obtain, how to select a real estate agent, the importance of homeowner insurance, the documents you will need to sign, and mortgage lending basics. This workshop is a good first step if you are interested in buying a home. The workshop will consist of a two hour session on June 22, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

MSU Extension is a HUD (Housing and Urban Development) and MSHDA (Michigan State Housing Development Authority) certified agency that provides this educational program on home ownership for anyone interested. The workshop is free to attend. Please register by June 19, 2015. Preregistration is required to make accommodations for larger groups. Please call 906-524-6300 to register.

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Thomas G. Coon, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.