Homebuyer Education Workshops
Join us for our full-day, in-person workshop, which covers everything you need to know about purchasing a home, from credit to closing. The free workshop features presentations from a homeownership counselor, loan officer, real estate agent, home inspector, and insurance rep.
Learn:
- How your credit score affects your mortgage rate.
- The various loan options available to borrowers.
- How to plan for a down payment and closing costs.
- How to shop for a home.
- The types of insurance all homeowners need.
- How to maintain your home after purchase and avoid foreclosure.
By completing this workshop and meeting one-on-one with a homeownership counselor, you'll earn a Homebuyer Education Certificate valid for one year.
Upcoming Workshops
Wilkinsburg Land Bank: First-Time Homebuyer Cohort
Are you a first-time homebuyer in or near the Wilkinsburg area? Join us for a 4-class homebuyer cohort designed to walk you through the steps of purchasing your first home.
Over four sessions, our team of experts will guide you through the homebuying process, answer your questions, and help you feel more confident about this important milestone. The sessions will include presentations from a homeownership counselor, loan officer, real estate agent, home inspector, and insurance broker.
Registration is required, and participants must attend all four sessions.
All sessions are from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 – In Person
Thursday, May 14, 2026 – Virtual
Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Virtual
Thursday, May 28, 2026 – In Person
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and support you need to start your homeownership journey.
Join Forest Hills Library, NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania and AmeriServ Bank for a FREE Homebuyer Workshop designed to guide participants through the homebuying process.
This in-person workshop features presentations from a HUD-approved housing counselor, loan officer, real estate agent, home inspector, and insurance broker, providing expert guidance all in one place. Participants will also enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch during the session.
This certificate may be used to apply for down payment and closing cost assistance programs, subject to lender and program requirements.
For questions or additional information, please see below!
