Navigating Homeownership: Workshops, Assistance Programs, and Mortgage Insights

Roland and Heidi discuss upcoming educational classes and workshops in April, including the Path to Home Ownership workshop and a real estate class for realtors. They were joined by Kevin Hickey, Nevada Rural Housing's Homeownership Programs Manager, highlighting the Launch Pad program, which offers down payment and closing cost assistance for rural Nevadans, with options ranging from 2% to 5%. They clarify that VA loans can use down payment assistance for closing costs. The Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) program offers a tax credit on mortgage interest, benefiting first-time homebuyers and veterans. The Launch Pad program is funded through private activity bonds and will continue to be available.