Housing Department Offering Home Ownership Workshop in October
CONTACT:
Kris Neyen
Rehabilitation Programs Supervisor
563-589-4239
kneyen@cityofdubuque.org
Sept. 18, 2017 -- For Immediate Release
DUBUQUE, Iowa –The City of Dubuque Housing and Community Development Department will host a “Home Ownership Made Easy” (HOME) workshop in October to provide information on City programs, credit and basic banking/insurance, and energy savings for those who rent or own a home. The workshop is comprised of four classes that span four consecutive Monday evenings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The first class begins Monday, Oct. 2.
Workshop courses will be held in Suite 312 on the third floor of the Historic Federal Building, 350 W. Sixth St. Cost is $25 per household for four classes, or free for those already participating in the City’s Housing Choice Voucher Program. The HOME workshop is required for those who wish to qualify for any City programs.
The four-week workshop classes are broken down as follows:
- Week One: City Programs and Useful Tips, presented by City staff
- Week Two: The Keys to Your Home—Spending Plans and Credit, presented by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Dubuque County
- Week Three: Basic Banking/Insurance, presented by lender/insurance agent
- Week Four: The Energy Wise Take a Closer Look, presented by City staff
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