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The Boston Home Center (BHC) provides first-time homebuyers with educational courses and financial assistance, and markets homes developed for income-eligible, first-time homebuyers. The BHC also assists homeowners with education and foreclosure prevention counseling, and encourages strong, stable neighborhoods by providing residents with financing and technical assistance to maintain and improve their homes.

 

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  Upcoming event - Boston Home Center University  
     

Save the date: Boston Home Center University
June 23, 2012 at the Shelburne Community Center, 2730 Washington Street, Roxbury - Information for homeowners and homebuyers! Sign Up Now!

     
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Mayor Announces 3D Campaign for Boston's Triple Deckers!
This program offers benefits and services to help owners of triple deckers make the most of their properties and to help interested buyers buy a triple decker of their own! Learn more »

     
  Lead Safe Boston  
     

Protect Children from Lead Poisoning.
Ask us about Free Deleading. Free inspections and up to $8,500 per unit to remove lead paint hazards from your property. Learn more »

     
  Can't Afford to Buy a Home In Boston?  
     

Think You Can't Afford a Home in Boston? THINK AGAIN!
When you buy a foreclosed home in certain areas of the city, you may be eligible to receive up to $65,000...
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  Attention Homebuyers  
     

Looking to Buy a Foreclosed Home in Boston?
Other Foreclosed Property Listings »
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For Homebuyers — Find out about affordable homes for sale through the City of Boston, and learn about programs and classes to help homebuyers make informed decisions and take advantage of available financial assistance.

Free Classes for Everyone — Learn about resources available through the Boston Home Center for potential buyers and current homeowners.

For Homeowners — Learn about programs, services, and free classes to help homeowners make informed decisions and take advantage of available financial assistance.

Preventing Foreclosure — Learn about the City of Boston's workshops and counseling programs related to foreclosure.


 


Visit the Boston Home Center

The BHC serves residents Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. from its walk-in retail office located at 26 Court Street in downtown Boston. Here, visitors can pick up information about the City's homebuyer and homeowner programs, learn about upcoming workshops, seminars, and classes, and even talk with a Boston Home Center staff member face-to-face.

 

Neighborhood Home Center (NHC)

Neighborhood Home Center VanThe NHC is DND's mobile housing outreach center — designed to bring the Boston Home Center's resources and services directly to the neighborhoods. Our housing staff travel to city-sponsored and community housing-related events in the Neighborhood Home Center van, bringing information about available resources to prospective homebuyers. NHC staff also provide one-on-one homebuying guidance, as well as information about referrals. Call the Boston Home Center at 617-635-HOME for more information about how NHC can help your organization.



 

 
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