October 23, 2025

Prospective homebuyers are encouraged to attend an upcoming HUD-approved homebuyer education course, which is required to qualify for the City of Garden Grove’s First-Time Home Buyer Program. Eligible first-time homebuyers can apply for up to $110,000 in down payment and/or closing cost assistance at 0% interest through the program.

The 8-hour HUD-approved virtual course, provided by NeighborWorks Orange County (NWOC), includes information on budgeting and credit; lending and the real estate process; insurance; and down payment assistance. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, valid for one year, upon finishing the course. The course cost is $25 per person, and registration must be completed at least three days before the event date. Upcoming course dates include:

• Saturday, October 18; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Saturday, November 15; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Saturday, December 6; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

To register, call (714) 490-1250 or visit www.nwoc.org/education.

On October 21, 2025, NWOC will host a free Homebuyer 101 Virtual Workshop via Zoom. The session will provide valuable information about the City of Garden Grove’s First-Time Home Buyer Program and NWOC’s homeownership assistance resources, helping potential buyers better understand the path to purchasing their first home.

For additional homebuyer education courses in English and other languages, and to view a list of HUD-approved counseling agencies in California, visit www.ggcity.org/fthb.