Address & Phone

300 1st Avenue North
Lewistown, MT 59457
406.535.7488

Primary Contact

Lisa Travis
ltravis@hrdc6.org
https://hrdc6.org/

Services

Homebuyer Education
Homebuyer Counseling

Counties

Fergus
Judith Basin
Petroleum
Wheatland
Golden Valley
Musselshell

Organization Description

District 6 HRDC, a Community Action Agency located in Lewistown, serves the counties of Fergus, Judith Basin, Petroleum, Wheatland, Golden Valley, and Musselshell. The organization provides a variety of programs to individuals and families in need, exists as a result of that Economic Opportunity Act. And in today’s society, where poverty is still at the core of Montana’s most significant problems, they are fighting a critical battle to eradicate poverty by forming partnerships, creating opportunities and lending a hand to every citizen who needs one.

Homebuyer Education Classes

District 6 HRDC offers Homebuyer Education class, teaching hopeful homeowners about the process of purchasing a home. This is a great class for both new and experienced home buyers and provides a good opportunity to become a more educated homebuyer and homeowner. The class is taught by certified homeownership educators and other professionals from the community who provide presentations on a range of homeownership topics including:

  • Choosing a lender and understanding loan products and terms
  • Working with a real estate agent who really grasps your needs and price range
  • Understanding the scope and value of home inspections
  • Evaluating your credit and using credit wisely
  • Budgeting for your household and determining affordability
  • Choosing insurance policies
  • Understanding the title insurance and closing process
  • Maintaining your home so it continues to be an appreciating asset

Registration and Payment

Registration: Pre-registration is required. Please call Lisa Travis at (406) 535-7488.

Class Fee: $75

Upcoming classes: January 11, 8am to 5pm

Class location: 300 1st Avenue North

Questions? Please call Lisa at (406) 535-7488

Upcoming Classes

Time: 8:00 AM to 5 PM
Location: 300 1st Avenue North

  • January 11, 2025

You have two options for online homebuyer education: eHome America or Framework. While online education cannot replace the experience of an in-person class, both eHome America and Framework classes provide a comprehensive education on the homebuying journey.

In order to receive your homebuyer education class certificate of completion, you will need to complete a one-on-one appointment with one of our HUD-certified housing counselors. This appointment can be done in person or over the phone and can generally be made to fit your schedule.

The content and topics are the same for both classes, but the delivery styles differ slightly. Feel free to choose the class that suits your learning style best. Both classes are HUD- certified, and both have adopted NeighborWorks America’s National Industry Standards.

eHomeNetwork

Click HERE to get started!

eHome is “more like an electronic textbook”, said one user. eHome has short videos that introduce concepts followed by text that further expand those concepts.

Class Costs $99

Framework

Click HERE to get started!

Framework is more like a storybook, following the homebuying journey of a prospective first-time homebuyer. Content is very interactive.

Class Costs $75

If you still need advice on which course to take your lender may have a recommendation based on the loan products you are considering, or you may contact your local housing counselor for their perspective. Click HERE to find a counselor in your area.

Once you’ve registered and completed the course you will receive an email from Naomi Valentine at NeighborWorks Montana putting you in touch with the housing counselor in your area to complete your one-on-one counseling session.

Questions? – contact Naomi Valentine at (406) 604-4558 or by email at nvalentine@nwmt.org.