HUD First Time Homebuyer Workshop

The First Time Homebuyer Program at Love Columbia is a comprehensive course that covers topics such as the home buying process, financing options, credit management, and post-purchase concerns. The course is designed to equip first-time homebuyers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions throughout the home buying process. The in-person course is offered 6 times a year. One-on-one coaching sessions are also available.

Services Include:

  1. Rental Counseling

  2. Homeless Counseling

  3. Pre-Ownership Home Buyer Counseling

  4. Pre-Purchase Home Buyer Counseling

  5. Mortgage Delinquency/Foreclosure Counseling

  6. Post-Purchase Home Owner Counseling

Workshop Fee: $100. Income-based scholarships are available.

To be eligible for HUD first time home buyer benefits, individuals must attend a HUD first time homebuyer workshop taught by a certified HUD agency. Come learn more about the homebuying process from local real estate agents, lenders, and other homeownership experts.

For more information, call Love Columbia at 573-256-7662 and press option 5 to register or email homebuyer@lovecolumbia.org


Classes are held at the Love Columbia Center (1209 E Walnut St)

2024 Workshop Schedule

March 16th (class full)
May 18th
July 20th
September 21st
November 9th

  • There is no fee for housing counseling; however, the HUD first time homebuyer class has a $100 fee.

  • Love Columbia offers two scholarships per class. Scholarships are first come first served.

  • To determine eligibility, you must first meet with a Love Columbia housing counselor for a financial review. A credit score of at least 600 is required.

  • Counseling appointments are offered in person and over the phone.

  • Love Columbia provides the certification for you to apply through your lender to receive the first time homebuyer incentives.