By Alex Stanton
Alex.Stanton@cincinnati-oh.gov
It’s time to take charge and build generational wealth for your family through homeownership. The City of Cincinnati and Union Savings Bank are holding a free workshop to discuss your path to homeownership, challenges to your goal, and resources available to overcome obstacles. We’ll talk about everything from building your credit, how the homeownership process works, how to work with real estate agents and banks, and how to get started.
WHEN: Saturday January 27, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Price Hill Recreation Center, 959 Hawthorne Ave., Cincinnati, 45205
COST: Free
Here are some of the topics and speakers:
• How Important is Your Credit Score – Juanita Clarke Jackson
• Setting Great Financial Goals for a Great Future – Mike Kelly
• Managing Your Debt and Saving More – Joy Daniels
• Mortgages 101: The Basics – Lem Davis
• Choosing a Real Estate Professional – The Realtists
• Preparing a Budget – Rick Williams, The Homeownership Center
• Downpayment Assistance & Other Resources – City of Cincinnati
Morning refreshments and afternoon lunch will be provided. “We’re going to educate participants on how to get on the path to homeownership, plus they can meet on site with Realtors, bankers, financial educators and others,” said Vice Mayor Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney. “Whether you’re just thinking about buying a home, or feel like it’s a far off dream, this is the workshop for you!”
To register, go to: https://forms.gle/WDLyZH7HkFWvdxRs6 or call Vice Mayor Kearney’s office at (513) 352-5205.
