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		<title>BWTT® The Home Stretch: Two-Part Homebuyer Series (Part 1)</title>
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p dir="ltr"><strong>The Home Stretch: Two-Part Homebuyer Series</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">Thinking about buying a home? BWTT® Home Stretch is a free, two-part homebuyer education series that helps you prepare for homeownership and qualify for down payment assistance and mortgage programs. Presented by the Chicago City Treasurer&#8217;s Office and The Resurrection Project.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Event Details</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Part 1:</strong> Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM</li>
<li><strong>Part 2:</strong> Saturday, October 24, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Wilbur Wright College, 4300 N Narragansett Ave, Chicago, IL 60634</li>
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<p dir="ltr">Space is limited — register today at <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/DSWgqdxLA2">chi.gov/homestretch2026</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>What You&#8217;ll Gain</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li><strong>HUD-certified homebuyer education.</strong> Each session is a 3-hour course led by The Resurrection Project&#8217;s HUD-certified team. Attend both to complete the full 6-hour education requirement, or finish at a later date.</li>
<li><strong>Down payment assistance guidance.</strong> Learn about down payment assistance programs and other grants and resources that can make homeownership more affordable.</li>
<li><strong>A resource fair.</strong> Connect with lenders, housing professionals, and community organizations who can help you move forward on your path to homeownership.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Good to Know Before You Go</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li><strong>Check-in:</strong> Arrive early — you must be checked in and in your seat by 9:00 AM to receive credit for the day.</li>
<li><strong>Parking:</strong> Ample parking is available on campus in the parking lot or garage. Campus security and posted signage will direct you to the event space.</li>
<li><strong>Can&#8217;t make Part 1?</strong> Sign up for Part 2 and attend Part 1 at a later date.</li>
<li><strong>Guests:</strong> Each certificate attendee may bring up to one guest. Seats are limited and prioritized for certificate attendees.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Earning Your Certificate</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">Your certificate requires:</p>
<ol dir="ltr">
<li>6 hours of HUD-certified homebuyer education (Parts 1 and 2 each count for 3 hours)</li>
<li>A consultation with a HUD-certified counselor</li>
</ol>
<p dir="ltr">You&#8217;re welcome to attend one session or both. If you attend only one, you&#8217;ll learn at the event how to complete your remaining hours. You can also sign up for your counselor consultation on-site with The Resurrection Project, who will schedule it for a later date.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Once earned, your certificate is valid for one year and can be used when working with financial institutions on down payment assistance and mortgage readiness.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Register today at <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/DSWgqdxLA2">chi.gov/homestretch2026</a>.</strong></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/bwtt-oct26-pt1/">BWTT® The Home Stretch: Two-Part Homebuyer Series (Part 1)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://chicagocitytreasurer.com">Chicago Treasurer&#039;s Office | Melissa Conyears-Ervin - Chicago Treasurer | CTO | Chicago Illinois</a>.</p>
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		<title>BWTT® The Home Stretch: Two-Part Homebuyer Series (Part 2)</title>
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p dir="ltr"><strong>The Home Stretch: Two-Part Homebuyer Series</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">Thinking about buying a home? BWTT® Home Stretch is a free, two-part homebuyer education series that helps you prepare for homeownership and qualify for down payment assistance and mortgage programs. Presented by the Chicago City Treasurer&#8217;s Office and The Resurrection Project.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Event Details</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li><strong>Part 1:</strong> Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM</li>
<li><strong>Part 2:</strong> Saturday, October 24, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Wilbur Wright College, 4300 N Narragansett Ave, Chicago, IL 60634</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr">Space is limited — register today at <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/DSWgqdxLA2">chi.gov/homestretch2026</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>What You&#8217;ll Gain</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li><strong>HUD-certified homebuyer education.</strong> Each session is a 3-hour course led by The Resurrection Project&#8217;s HUD-certified team. Attend both to complete the full 6-hour education requirement, or finish at a later date.</li>
<li><strong>Down payment assistance guidance.</strong> Learn about down payment assistance programs and other grants and resources that can make homeownership more affordable.</li>
<li><strong>A resource fair.</strong> Connect with lenders, housing professionals, and community organizations who can help you move forward on your path to homeownership.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Good to Know Before You Go</strong></p>
<ul dir="ltr">
<li><strong>Check-in:</strong> Arrive early — you must be checked in and in your seat by 9:00 AM to receive credit for the day.</li>
<li><strong>Parking:</strong> Ample parking is available on campus in the parking lot or garage. Campus security and posted signage will direct you to the event space.</li>
<li><strong>Can&#8217;t make Part 1?</strong> Sign up for Part 2 and attend Part 1 at a later date.</li>
<li><strong>Guests:</strong> Each certificate attendee may bring up to one guest. Seats are limited and prioritized for certificate attendees.</li>
</ul>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Earning Your Certificate</strong></p>
<p dir="ltr">Your certificate requires:</p>
<ol dir="ltr">
<li>6 hours of HUD-certified homebuyer education (Parts 1 and 2 each count for 3 hours)</li>
<li>A consultation with a HUD-certified counselor</li>
</ol>
<p dir="ltr">You&#8217;re welcome to attend one session or both. If you attend only one, you&#8217;ll learn at the event how to complete your remaining hours. You can also sign up for your counselor consultation on-site with The Resurrection Project, who will schedule it for a later date.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Once earned, your certificate is valid for one year and can be used when working with financial institutions on down payment assistance and mortgage readiness.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Register today at <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/DSWgqdxLA2">chi.gov/homestretch2026</a>.</strong></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/bwtt-oct26-pt2/">BWTT® The Home Stretch: Two-Part Homebuyer Series (Part 2)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://chicagocitytreasurer.com">Chicago Treasurer&#039;s Office | Melissa Conyears-Ervin - Chicago Treasurer | CTO | Chicago Illinois</a>.</p>
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