Virtual Inclusionary Zoning (IZ) Orientation: Introduction to the IZ Program for buyers and renters in the District of Columbia

Interested in buying or renting a home but don’t know if you can?

This orientation provides an introduction to the IZ program that the District of Columbia designed for income eligible households to purchase or rent at below market prices in DC.  Inclusionary Zoning is a law that requires developers to set aside a certain number of units for low-to moderate- income households. Participants will receive their Inclusionary Zoning Certificate after successful completion of this 2 hour orientation and once attendance is confirmed. The IZ Certificate will be valid for 2 years and will give participants an opportunity to enter the Inclusionary Zoning Lottery or renew an existing certificate. 

Once you register please submit a copy of your ID to [email protected].  If you connect 15 minutes late you will need to reschedule for the next class. Thank you!  

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To take this class please REGISTER by filling out the form at the following link: https://forms.gle/bUrahJ1BNJ8DNf7o8

Interested in buying your first home in MD?

This class is provided virtually via ZOOM in two parts:

Part 1: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Part 2: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

In these workshops, you will learn how to navigate the process of buying a home in Maryland, including areas such as Montgomery and Prince George's County, and how to get a good mortgage. You will also learn how your credit history, personal budget, and personal finances may affect your future success. LEDC invites different experts including a loan officer, home inspector, real estate agent, and insurance agent to explain the different areas of the home-buying process.

This class meets the requirements of government and lender programs that require first-time homebuyer training.

By registering for this class you agree to participate in both sessions. Your absence from one of the sessions will result in a rescheduling which will delay your eligibility to obtain the certificate that will allow you to qualify for special programs for first-time homebuyers.

The individual counseling session AFTER the class is a requirement to receive your homebuyer education certificate.

To register for this class, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/WnYy4GUJdD2WR8Dx5

This class helps attendees to understand the basic aspects of budgeting, they will gain the ability to develop and make a spending plan to meet their goals. They will understand the importance of saving, creating and emergency funds, and how to get help from local resources. In addition, attendees will understand how to manage the credit system and the importance of building a healthy credit record, to achieve financial well-being. They will gain a better understanding of terminology used by financial institutions and credit bureaus.  

This workshop includes the following topics:  

○ The importance of developing a spending plan, wise spending habits, in addition to receiving tips on how to save money. 

○ Find out about the importance of setting goals to achieve financial objectives. 

○ Identify the difference between needs and wants to achieve your financial goals. 

○ Learn how to establish a credit presence and maintain a good credit history, and how financial institutions determine creditworthiness. 

En esta charla con LEDC usted aprenderá sobre la importancia del crédito y como establecer o mejorarlo.

Además aprenderá a crear y mantener un plan de gastos.

Para tomar esta clase, por favor registrese completando el formulario en el siguiente enlace: 

https://forms.gle/qAoPdzwsk1GDspeU8

REGÍSTRESE AQUÍ!

¿Le gustaría comprar vivienda dentro de la Ciudad de Baltimore, pero no sabe por donde empezar? 

Participe en esta charla virtual para aprender sobre:

• El proceso de compra de vivienda 
• El costo del proceso
• Opciones de financiamiento y sus requisitos
• Programas de asistencia para primeros compradores en la Ciudad de Baltimore 
• Como consejería de vivienda le puede ayudar con su proceso 

Después de participar en la charla tendrá la oportunidad de programar una reunión para platicar sobre su crédito y finanzas o para prepararse para su compra. 

Este taller explica el Programa de Zonificación Inclusiva a personas interesadas en comprar o arrendar en el Distrito de Columbia. Esta orientación revela todos los detalles sobre el programa IZ que el Distrito de Columbia diseñó para que los hogares con ingresos elegibles puedan comprar o alquilar a precios inferiores al mercado en DC. La Zonificación Inclusiva es una ley que requiere que los desarrolladores reserven una cierta cantidad de unidades para hogares de ingresos bajos a moderados. Los participantes recibirán su Certificado de Zonificación Inclusiva después de completar esta orientación de 2 horas y una vez que se confirme la asistencia. Los Certificados IZ son válidos por 2 años y brindan a los participantes la oportunidad de ingresar a la Lotería de Zonificación Inclusiva o renovar un certificado existente.

Una vez que se registre, envíe una copia de su identificación a [email protected]. Si se conecta 15 minutos tarde, deberá reprogramar para la próxima clase. ¡Gracias!

REGISTER HERE!

Please register to take this class by filling out the intake form in the following link: https://forms.gle/x8vCjEmWJUKMzK7X6

Having problems to pay your rent ?

In this webinar you will learn about:

•  Fair Housing Rights
•  What To Do If You Receive a Court Notice
•  Utility Assistance
•  Other Available Credits
•  Additional Resources Available

Para tomar esta clase, por favor registrese completando el formulario en el siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/7rKUL935eVFnuLaH7

Tiene problemas para pagar su renta?
En esta sesion informativa virtual aprendera acerca:
La Equidad en la vivienda
Que hacer si recibe una citación para ir a la corte
Programa de Pagos de Asistencia en Emergencias
Y otras recursos

This workshop is the first step for DC Residents interested in purchasing their first home in the District. The orientation introduces the homebuying process and DC first-time homebuyer assistance programs, such as: DC Open Doors, HPAP, EAHP, and NEAP. In DC, the Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) provides up to $84,000 in down payment and closing costs assistance to DC residents. Attendees can find out what programs they qualify for and learn about next steps in the homebuying process.

If you are interested in applying to the HPAP, EAHP, or NEAHP programs, you must first take this orientation to get a counseling appointment:

En esta charla con LEDC usted aprenderá sobre la importancia del crédito y como establecer o mejorarlo.

Además aprenderá a crear y mantener un plan de gastos.

Para tomar esta clase, por favor registrese completando el formulario en el siguiente enlace: 

https://forms.gle/qAoPdzwsk1GDspeU8