Thinking of buying your first home? The DuPage Homeownership Center is your best resource.
Buying a home is probably the single biggest purchase you’ll ever make. Don’t become a victim of mortgage fraud or bad choices! We’ve all seen and heard the sad stories about foreclosures.
Empower yourself with information to make smart decisions and become a successful homeowner.
Our free Home Buyer Education Classes offer a comprehensive overview of the purchase process and useful, objective consumer protection tips.
After attending our class, you may want more one-on-one guidance. DHOC’s free Individual Prepurchase Counseling offers confidential advice on issues such as determining what you can afford, cleaning up your credit and saving for your downpayment. Our professional Housing Counselors will help you create a customized Homeownership Action Plan and will be with you every step of the way, answering questions and offering support as you work toward your goals.
Struggling to afford a home in DuPage County? DHOC offers the DuPage Homestead Program, a special plan that offers reduced-cost financing for qualified first-time homebuyers.
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