Homebuyers Education
Ready to Buy a Home?
Get on the roadmap to homeownership by completing one of our HUD-Certified First-Time Homebuyer’s Classes. Gain the tools and resources you need to fulfill your dream of homeownership!
Questions? We are here to help!
Call 713.864.9099 or email classes@avenuecdc.org
First-Time Homebuyers’ Education Class
This 8-hour HUD-certified course is invaluable for all prospective homebuyers, whether you are just dreaming or ready to move in.
At completion of the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion valid for 12 months and schedule an individual private homebuyer counseling appointment with a HUD-certified Housing Counselor. This certificate qualifies you for many down payment assistance programs and certain mortgage options. Counseling is free for as long as you need it and the Counselor will walk you through the complicated process of homebuying.
Class topics include:
- Knowing when you are ready to buy a house
- Managing your money
- Understanding credit
- Obtaining a mortgage loan
- Shopping for a home
- Protecting your investment
- Accessing down-payment assistance options
Class Details
Cost: FREE (thanks to grant funding, available until funds are spent. Regular cost $50)
Zoom Link: you will receive the Zoom meeting link after you complete necessary registration requirements.
Class schedule: you must attend class from 8 am until 4 pm. A 45-minute lunch break is at noon.
Homebuyer Education Book: Our Homebuyer Education Book is included with your ticket. During registration, select to pick up a hard copy in-person at Avenue Center or pay a fee to have it shipped.
Certificate of Completion: You receive a certificate the following Monday after completing the class. If you register for a Wednesday class, you receive your certificate on Thursday.
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Choose Your Learning Style
Live Classes:
Interested in an online (via Zoom) or in-person class with a live AVENUE instructor? Register for a class below!
The Journey to Homeownership Podcast Live
First-Time Homebuyer’s Class 2025 (VIRTUAL)
Clases para Compradores de Casa 2025 ( ESPAÑOL)(EN PERSONA)
First-Time Homebuyer’s Class 2025 (VIRTUAL)
First-Time Homebuyer’s Class 2025 (VIRTUAL)
Homebuyers Education FAQ
Where can I contact the organizer with questions?
Call us at 713.864.9099 or email us at classes@avenuecdc.org.
Can I update my registration information?
Call us at 713.864.9099 or email us at classes@avenuecdc.org to update your registration.
What is the refund policy?
Class fees are non-refundable; however, you can reschedule for any future Avenue Virtual Class. Let us know as soon as possible if you want to change your class date.
There are no refunds.
Can I swap my virtual class for the eHome America online class?
Yes, you are able to swap classes.
The eHome America online class has a fee of $100 per person or couple. To swap classes you will be asked to pay the additional $50 fee. The virtual class is taught by Avenue staff, and the online class with eHome America is a self-paced course that you learn on your own.
Call us at 713.864.9099 to proceed with this option.
Is your staff bilingual?
Yes. All Homeownership Center staff are bilingual in English and in Spanish.
accessibility
Our office is ADA-accessible for all persons with disabilities.
If you are hearing impaired, the homeownership staff can make accommodations for you.
Please reach out to us if you have additional accessibility needs.
“Now every time when I pay my mortgage I have the peace of mind knowing I’m investing in myself, my daughter’s and our future. I’m very bless and humble of having a roof over our heads. I can’t be happier to be a homeowner, but this woudn’t had happen without the help of Avenue CDC the support and the wonderful staff and people I meet through the way. You made our dream come true. Thank you”
—Carina Carbajal