AFDN offers classes to First Time Home Buyers to provide education on how to manage your credit score, how to shop for property with realtors and how to ensure a bank loan is the right one for you. These classes will answer many questions First Time Home Buyers may have as well as offer referrals to recommended realtors, mortgage bankers and insurance agents in order to have a smooth transaction.
The home buying process at times can feel overwhelming and confusing. There are many classes and events throughout the state that can provide you with information on the home buying process. The majority of assistance programs require that you have attended a First-Time Home Buyer Education Classes sponsored by the Minnesota Homeownership Center. Home Stretch is required to qualify for many affordable mortgage loans and down payment assistance programs. Classes are $45 per person attending. Fee covers morning coffee and treats, your professional instructors, course materials, a manual, and a certificate of completion. Minneapolis classes are held at: 2307 17th Avenue South, Minneapolis, 55404 the East Phillips Community Center.
To register, simply click on "Click Here To Register" below and select the date (registration page opens).
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Wondering if you might qualify for any down payment or first-time homebuyer programs? Housing Counselors offer FREE private & confidential one-on-one professional advice to help you achieve your dream of homeownership.Our Housing Counselors will work with you to:
- Determine what you can afford
- Develop a budget and savings plan
- Find the right mortgage product for your needs
- Address credit problems that could prevent you from getting a mortgage
- Create a customized Action Plan with specific, manageable steps to help you achieve your goals
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If you need help with your existing housing situation be it an apartment or a home or if you are looking to get into a new housing situation – your first apartment or home, AFDN is here to offer case by case counseling and assistance to ensure you have the proper resources available to you to make educated decisions and find any public assistance when necessary and available.
AFDN offers after-school tutoring for students of the area. AFDN provides classes and group study sessions to advance the academic skills of these students. Subjects of study include After-School Program, Tutoring Class, College Readiness Class, and English Language Learning Course. Community members volunteer their time to teach at the center.
The organization also recruits college students to provide after school tutoring. The organization offers this program school year and anticipates serving about 10 students on average every day. Parents transport students to the center. The center regularly scheduled motivational speeches and career planning sessions offered by African professionals.
AFDN focuses on the following areas: •Lobbying and advocating for the rights of Somali artists in Minnesota as well as defending their freedom of musical expression; •Empowering young Somali artists through cultural exchange, and sharing of experiences with other regional and international artists; •Promoting Somali programs, including youth empowerment and entertainment as well as ensuring continuing development of the Somali arts, literature and intercultural projects. Minneapolis has the most active cultural community of Somalis in the world. The best known artists include dancers, singers and poets.
PROMOTION OF CULTURAL EVENTS WITH LOCAL MINNESOTA COMMUNITY Somali Community has established cultural programs to promote social interaction between refugees and local Minnesotans. One of the major events includes the “Annual Somali Cultural Night.” The first annual cultural night was held on July 3, 2010 attracting over 125 individuals. The second was held on October 23, 2010 attracting over 145 individuals. This year it will be held on December 31, 2011 and will be attracting more participans than ever before. AFDN hopes to expand this event to include other refugee Communities.
