The University of Florida/IFAS Extension Volusia County offers homebuyer classes.

Written by Kristen Schmutz

Belden Communications News 

The University of Florida/IFAS Extension Volusia County announces multiple pre-purchase homebuyers’ workshops that meet the education requirements for those wanting to participate in the First-time Homebuyer’s Program. The UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County is a partnership between State, Federal, and County governments to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public.

According to a release, Extension Agent Lisa Hamilton - a HUD-certified housing and accredited financial counselor, will conduct the following virtual classes on Microsoft Teams:

English language classes will be conducted at:

• 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 4 and 5
• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 23 and 30

Spanish language classes will be conducted at:

• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 11 and 12
• 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 22 (one day)

The virtual classes consist of eight hours of education, most broken up into two four-hour sessions.

Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate allowing them to apply for federal down payment and closing cost assistance programs available through Volusia County, Seminole County, and the City of Deltona.

The cost is $10 per household, and scholarships are available upon request.

To register, visit https://homebuyered.eventbrite.com or contact Patricia Caradonna at 386-822-5778 or pcaradonna@volusia.org.