***CLINIC IS NOW BOOKED. PLEASE REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLINIC***

Are you renting in DC, but need help with your security deposit? 

• LEDC can help with up to $2,000 for your security deposit. 

Who can apply? (one of the following)

• Head of household that is disabled
• Head of household that is a single parent
• Head of household that is elderly
• If you do not exceed the income limits:

How can I participate in the clinic?

• Attend the clinic ONLY if you have already been approved for the rental and can bring proof to the clinic for admission
• Register through this link
• You can only apply if this is the first time requesting this type of assistance from LEDC

What will happen during the clinic?

• You will receive an intake and list of documents for an appointment to submit your request
• You will review the application process
• You will schedule an appointment to submit your request, the entire process will take up to a month
• You will NOT receive funds on the day of the clinic. 

Once registration is full, you will need to register for the next month's clinic. Attending the clinic is the first step for requesting assistance.

Reach for Your Dreams in VHDA’s Free Homebuyer Class!

Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure where to start, especially in challenging economic times? VHDA's free First-time Homebuyer Class can help. You'll learn the entire homebuying process from start to finish, and how to stay on track as a responsible homeowner.

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¿Interesado en comprar su primera casa en DC o Maryland?

Esta clase se provee en Español en la Oficina de MD.

11002 Veirs Mill Road. Suite 503. Silver Spring, MD 20902. Mall de Wheaton. Edificio Westfield South.

Duración de la clase : de 9:00am a 4:00pm.

If you prefer to take this training in English, please register for the class in D.C. 

En este taller aprenderá como navegar el proceso de comprar una casa en DC y Maryland y como obtener una buena hipoteca. También aprenderá como su historial de crédito, presupuesto personal, y finanzas personales podrían afectar su éxito en el futuro. El Centro Latino para el Desarrollo Económico (LEDC), invita a diferentes expertos incluyendo a un oficial de préstamo, inspector de vivienda, agente de bienes raíces, y agente de seguro para explicarle las diferentes áreas dentro del proceso de compra de casa. También se provee información sobre los programas para asistir compradores de casa por primera vez en MD y DC.

Esta clase es conforme con los requisitos de los programas de prestamistas y el gobierno que requieren entrenamiento para compradores de casa por primera vez.

Se ofrece desayuno y  almuerzo ligero en la clase cortesía de los expertos. 

Precio: $50 para una persona o $75 por una pareja. Para clientes que usan el programa de My Home (MD), el programa les reembolse el costo de la clase. Becas están disponibles para todos los clientes de HPAP.  Algunos bancos también ofrecen becas.  Si Ud. está trabajando con un prestamista que requiere educación para compradores de casa por primera vez, es probable que le paguen la clase.

La sesión de consejería individual con una Consejera de LEDC, posterior a esta clase, se ofrece libre de costo.

¿Pensando en comprar su primera casa pero no sabe si se puede?

Esta orientación provee una introducción al proceso de comprar una casa y los programas para compradores de casa por primera vez de MD. El programa My Home ofrece asistencia financiera para los costos de cierre y el enganche dependiendo en su ingreso y el precio de la casa. Averigüe por cuanto puede calificar y sobre los próximos pasos en el proceso de comprar su casa. Tome este primer paso en el camino a ser dueño de casa - gratis.

4:00 – 6:00 con un grupo en Español y un grupo en Ingles.

Ready to buy your first home?

This orientation provides an introduction to the homebuying process and to MD first time homebuyer assistance programs. The My Home program provides down payment and closing costs assistance based on your income and the price of your home. Find out what you qualify for and learn about next steps in the homebuying process. Take this first step on the road to homeownership - free of charge.

4:00 – 6:00pm with separate groups in English and Spanish.

***CLASS IS NOW BOOKED. PLEASE REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS***

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

Interested in buying 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. 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 arrive 10 minutes before the class begins.  If you are 15 minutes late you will need to reschedule for the next class. Thank you!  

Are you renting in Hyattsville, Hillcrest, District Heights, Landover, Capital Heights, but need help with your security deposit? 

• LEDC, Wheaton, MD can help with up to $2,000 for your security deposit. 

Who can apply? (one of the following)

• Head of household that is disabled
• Head of household that is a single parent
• Head of household that is elderly
• If you do not exceed the income limits:

Please attend this seminar if you want to purchase in MD.

To register please call  202-540-7427 or 202-540-7438.

In this group workshop you will learn how to successfully navigate each step of the home-buying process in DC or Maryland and obtain a smart mortgage. You will also learn how your credit, personal budgeting, and personal finances impact your future success. LEDC invites a host of speakers --among them a loan officer, real estate agent, insurance agent, and home inspector - to provide an instructional walk-through of the home ownership process. Information will also be provided on programs to assist first-time home buyers in MD.  
This training meets the requirements for lender and government programs that require first time home buyer education from a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. 

Light breakfast and lunch are provided courtesy of the speakers. You are allowed to bring your own food. 

We do not provide childcare, please make the proper arrangements. 

NeighborhoodLIFT recipients & Citibank pre-approved clients are required to RSVP through the phone to have their fee waived. Please call 202-540-7401. 

If above is not applicable every other participant will have to pay:

Price: $50 for single & $75 for couple.

After completing the class, you will have to complete an individual counseling session scheduled for a later date to receive your certificate. There is no fee for individual counseling, following the training. 

Location: LEDC-Wheaton, MD

              11002 Veirs Mill Rd. Suite 503. Silver Spring, MD 20902.

     Time: 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Are you renting in Hyattsville, Hillcrest, District Heights, Landover, Capital Heights, but need help with your security deposit? 

• LEDC, Wheaton, MD can help with up to $2,000 for your security deposit. 

Who can apply? (one of the following)

• Head of household that is disabled
• Head of household that is a single parent
• Head of household that is elderly
• If you do not exceed the income limits: