City Offering Free Programs for National Homeownership Month

Thinking about buying a home? The City’s Housing Division is offering a full month of free resources, educational opportunities, and expert guidance to help community members navigate the path to homeownership.

Throughout June, residents can participate in virtual lunch & learn webinars, attend the Keys to Homeownership Expo, complete a free Homebuyer Education course, and schedule one-on-one mini housing counseling appointments with HUD-certified housing counselors.

• Every Tuesday and Thursday in June from noon to 1 p.m.
• Join housing experts virtually during your lunch break to learn about important homebuying topics and participate in an open Q&A session.

Webinar Schedule

• Tuesday, June 2 – Understanding HOP & The Home Inspection Process
• Thursday, June 4 – Overcoming Mental Barriers to Homeownership
• Tuesday, June 9 – Your Road Home: Understanding the Homebuying Process
• Thursday, June 11 – Credit is Key: Unlocking Your Homebuying Potential
• Tuesday, June 16 – Protect Your Investment: Homeowners Insurance
• Thursday, June 18 – Habitat for Humanity Program Overview
• Tuesday, June 23 – Navigating Down Payment Assistance
• Thursday, June 25 – The Hidden Costs of Homeownership

• Saturday, June 13 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• MLK Center, 401 S. 8th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
• Residents are invited to attend this free community expo featuring trusted local vendors and organizations offering valuable homeownership resources and information.

Expo Features

• Lenders and first-time homebuyer mortgage loan programs
• Real estate brokers
• Homeowners insurance agents
• Home inspection and home safety specialists
• Mobile paper shredding truck provided through grant funding from the N.C. Senior Medicare Patrol and the N.C. Department of Insurance’s SHIIP Division

• Friday, June 26, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Interested in pursuing a first-time homebuyer loan with the City? Take the first step by attending this free Homebuyer Education class led by HUD-certified housing counselors.

Participants will:

• Earn a certificate valid for two years
• Learn about the City’s HOP loan program
• Gain valuable insight into the homebuying process

Register here

• Tuesday, June 30
• Appointments available from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Need personalized guidance on a housing-related question? Residents can schedule free 30-minute mini housing counseling sessions with a HUD-certified housing counselor for individualized support and direction.
• To register for this program or to learn more, call the Housing Division at 910-341-7836.