MMI Home Stretch: Homebuyer Event Part 1
The Money Matters Institute Home Stretch:
Homebuyer Event Part 1 at BUILD Chicago
đź“… Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
🕓 Time: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: BUILD Chicago – 5100 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60644
Have you started the process to secure your home? Join this two-part Home Stretch series hosted by the Chicago Treasurer’s Office and get guided support through the required steps to move toward homeownership by the end of February.
This free event is designed for aspiring homebuyers at any stage. You will gain practical tools, expert guidance, and clear next steps.
What You Will Gain
- One-on-one support from HUD-certified counselors
- A personalized action plan to help you qualify for homeownership
- A certificate of completion you can use toward down payment assistance
- Your free TransUnion credit score (soft pull only, no impact)
How the Two-Part Home Stretch Series Works
Step 1
Attend Part 1 (this event) and complete 3 hours of your required homebuyer education.
Step 2
Sign up for your required one-on-one counseling session. Appointments are available on February 21 or February 28.
Please bring:
- Government-issued photo ID
- Proof of income (last two months of pay stubs)
- Bank statements (last two months)
Step 3
Attend Part 2 of the Home Stretch series to complete the remaining 3 hours of your required homebuyer education.
Step 4
Congratulations! After completing both parts, you will receive your certificate (valid for one year) and can begin working with financial institutions to pursue down payment assistance and mortgage readiness.
What to Expect at Part 1
Opening Workshop Series
Learn from industry professionals from TransUnion, Rate, and BMO covering budgeting, saving, debt reduction, and credit building.
Homebuyer Program Deep Dive
Hear from The Resurrection Project about their education, certification, and pathways to mortgage readiness and down payment assistance.
Private HUD-Certified Counseling
Meet one-on-one with certified counselors from The Resurrection Project to begin your personalized action plan.
Resource Fair and Exhibitor Tables
Connect with trusted partners and financial institutions offering tools and support for your journey.
From first steps to final stretch, this series moves you closer to the keys.
Spots are limited. Reserve your seat today.
For more information, visit chicagocitytreasurer.com/mmi.
