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The City of Concord and Prosperity Unlimited, Inc. are teaming up to provide free virtual workshops on federal and state Fair Housing laws for realtors and lenders. The aim of these workshops is to promote inclusivity and equal opportunities in homeownership, as expressed by one of the organizers, who stated, "The workshops are offered to help eliminate discriminatory acts so that all individuals have an opportunity to achieve the dream of homeownership."

Participants in the virtual meeting will not only gain insights into Fair Housing laws but will also receive information on resources available to assist homebuyers with down payments and closing costs. According to the event details, "During the virtual meeting, participants will also learn more about opportunities to assist homebuyers with securing additional state and local resources for down payments and closing costs."

The workshops will delve into the specifics of qualifying for financial assistance programs, with presenters covering the guidelines, requirements, and deadlines involved. As stated, "Presenters will cover the guidelines and requirements for homebuyers to qualify for these funds and the associated deadlines."

This virtual event is a valuable resource for local realtors and lenders, aiming to enhance their understanding of available programs and to aid homebuyers in overcoming financial obstacles to homeownership. It is emphasized that "The virtual event is offered as a free resource to local realtors and lenders to enhance their knowledge of these programs and help homebuyers overcome potential financial obstacles to homeownership."

Interested parties are encouraged to register in advance for the upcoming virtual annual meetings. The meeting for lenders is scheduled for Wednesday, October 12, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with registration available at concordnc.gov/LendersMeeting. For realtors, the meeting will take place on the same day from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and registration can be completed at concordnc.gov/RealtorsMeeting.

For further details, individuals are advised to contact the City of Concord Planning and Neighborhood Development Office at 704-920-5137.