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. 

If you connect 15 minutes late you will need to reschedule for the next class. Thank you!  

Please register to take this class by filling out the intake form at the following link: https://forms.gle/SCWH49rV34k9pZp76

Ready to buy your first home in Maryland?

This virtual orientation via Zoom provides an introduction to the home buying process and MD's first-time homebuyer programs in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. Programs offer financial assistance for closing and down payment costs depending on your income and the price of the house. Find out how much you can qualify for and the next steps in the home buying process. Take this FREE first step on the road to becoming an MD homeowner.

Please register to take this class by filling out the intake form at the following link: https://forms.gle/2q38uiM1SoqEhVag6

Ready to buy your first home in Baltimore City?

This virtual orientation via Zoom provides an introduction to the home buying process and MD's first-time homebuyer programs in Baltimore City. Programs offer financial assistance for closing and down payment costs depending on your income and the price of the house. Find out how much you can qualify for and the next steps in the home buying process. Take this FREE first step on the road to becoming an Baltimore City homeowner.

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.

Si se conecta 15 minutos tarde, deberá reprogramar para la próxima clase. ¡Gracias!

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 programs, such as: DC Open Doors, HPAP, EAHP, and NEAP. In DC, the Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) provides up to $202,000 in down payment and $4,000 for 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:

Este taller es el primer paso para los residentes de DC interesados ​​en comprar su primera casa en el Distrito. La orientación explica el proceso de compra de vivienda y los programas de asistencia para compradores de vivienda por primera vez de DC, tales como: DC Open Doors, HPAP, EAHP y NEAP. En DC, el Programa de Asistencia para la Compra de Vivienda (HPAP) proporciona hasta $ 202,000 en asistencia para el pago inicial y $4,000 para los costos de cierre a los residentes de DC. Los asistentes pueden averiguar para qué programas califican y conocer los próximos pasos en el proceso de compra de vivienda.

Si está interesado en solicitar los programas HPAP, EAHP o NEAHP, primero debe tomar esta orientación para obtener una cita de consejería:

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

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.