Newsletter - Volume I | January 30, 2019
February Homeowner Education Opportunity Classes Announced
CAHPs Homeowner Education Resource Opportunity (HERO) program offers D-I-Y style home repair classes each month. Participants can expect to learn things like the basics of operating power tools, how to re-key your home, and weatherization tips for the winter months.

February will host a wall construction series. Each week participants will be guided through the different stages of designing, framing and constructing a wall. Classes are designed to be hands-on and provide participants with necessary safety tips.

RSVP now and attendees will be entered to win a $25 Home Depot gift card . Visit our workshop calendar for a complete list of classes.

Show Me the Money Day This Saturday
Show Me the Money Day is a free event that features financial products, community resources, workshops and fun! If you are looking to get a handle on your finances, learn ways to better manage your money, prepare yourself for home ownership or get help filing for income taxes this event can help you.

Down Payment Assistance Available for MSU Employees
The Employee Home Ownership Program (EHOP) provides home buying assistance from employers, specifically Michigan State University. Eligible employees can use $5,000 reward for either a down payment or closing costs. This program has no income restrictions.

Local Realtor Shares Expertise with Prospective Home Buyers
THANK YOU to, Richard Child, for his continued support at our monthly Home Buyer Education classes. Richard is a Realtor with RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals, and offers key tips to first-time home buyers about working with a Realtor.

"Richard simplifies the home buying process. He's an asset for our class participants, and has graciously sponsored lunch for our events. It's support like Richard's that helps further CAHPs mission." - Stephanie, CAHP Housing Counselor

FEB. 6th
INTRO TO
POWER TOOLS
 6:00pm - 8:00pm

600 W. Maple Street,
Lansing, MI 48906

In this free workshop you will learn the basics of power tools. We'll talk about shop safety; which tool to use for common projects; and provide hands-on opportunities to test out tools.


FEB. 13th
DEALING
WITH DEBT

 5:30pm - 6:30pm

1611 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI 48912

Come learn strategies for paying off debt and creating a balance budget. This class is held at the Allen Neighborhood Center.

FEB. 26th & 27th
HOME BUYER EDUCATION

 5:30pm - 8:30pm

600 W. Maple Street,
Lansing, MI 48906

This is a two night class. Participants must attend both nights to receive credit. This class offers an inside look at the home buying process. Come learn from experts in the field.


Capital Area Housing Partnership | 517.332.4663 | www.capitalareahousing.org