The Huntington West Virginia Housing Authority

Homeownership Counseling

The Huntington WV Housing Authority offers homeownership counseling assistance.  We provide personalized service as you walk through the necessary steps towards becoming a homeowner.

Eligibility Requirements

• Current or former Housing participant or ROSS program graduate
• Be in good standing with the Housing Authority
• Have an annual income of at least $10,300
• Have satisfactory credit or be willing to work on improving credit standing
• Save at least $500 for down payment/closing costs
• Attend homeownership classes

Homeownership Counseling Class Agenda

• Home mortgage application process
• Buying on credit
• Basic home repair & maintenance
• Household budgeting
• Role of the realtor/home insurance agent
• Property taxes & home inspections
• Rights & responsibilities of homeownership
• Mortgage loan default prevention

Goals of the Program

Funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), The Huntington West Virginia Housing Authority's (HHA's), R.O.S.S. Homeownership Program will help attain homeownership by creating partnership and networking to support participants to gain the necessary skills for achieving homeownership goals. The HHA assists Section 8 and Public Housing participants becoming better consumers, savvy homeowners and achieve economic independence.

This R.O.S.S. Homeownership proposal serves to expand homeownership opportunities and supportive services. Even though we do not provide loans, the HHA will help in providing referrals services to assist you in furthering your journey to homeownership. The HHA's R.O.S.S Homeownership program is available for those who want to eventually become homeowners with the assistance of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The HHA offers the opportunities for services to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed or familial status. The Huntington West Virginia Housing Authority is an equal opportunity housing agency.

CONTACT:

Brent Alexander Gist, R.O.S.S. Homeownership Counselor

300 7th Avenue West

Huntington, WV 25701

Office Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm M-F

Office Phone: 304-526-4436 ext. 122

Fax Phone: 304-526-4427

E-Mail: tobeagist@hotmail.com

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