Home Buyer Education
Think you’re ready to take the plunge and buy your first home? Not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place.
Courses Offered
The journey to purchase your first home can be overwhelming but we’re here to help. Home Buyer Education classes are ideal for any potential homebuyer or current homeowner!
Learn more about what courses INHS offers:
First-Time Homebuyer Courses
INHS offers two options: a four-week “Home Buyer U” education course, or a one day eight-hour course. Classes take place in Ithaca, as well as Cortland and other locations. This course will help you:
- qualify for mortgages and understand credit
- avoid expensive mistakes
- understand the purchase process
- gain an edge when looking for homes for sale
You may also qualify for up to $20,000 in down payment assistance!
Price: $75/household
*Completion of this course satisfies the education requirement for the NYS Homebuyer Dream program and most other first time homebuyer programs.
Post-Purchase Courses
Our Post Purchase Classes educate you on the important steps to take after you purchase your home, such as home repair, protecting your asset, seasonal home maintenance, etc.
Price: $20/person; $35/couple; $10/person for HBU graduates
Home Inspection Courses
A key component to buying a home is the inspection – and it’s important to know what to look for, and possible “show-stoppers” that could prevent you from purchasing the house. Offered separately from Home Buyer U, our Home Inspection Class is usually offered monthly.
Price: $20/person; $35/couple; $10/person for HBU graduates
eHome America Online Course
Don’t have the time in your schedule to come to our in-person first-time home buyer course? You can take the class online through eHome America.
Price: $99
*Completion of this course satisfies the education requirement for the NYS Homebuyer Dream program and most other first time homebuyer programs.
Upcoming Events for Home Buyers & Current Homeowners
INHS is a HUD-approved Housing Counseling Agency.