Homebuyer Readiness Program

At Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco (Habitat GSF), we understand there are barriers and inequities in access to homeownership. To help give you the tools to be as prepared as possible to be successful in homeownership, we have developed a Homebuyer Readiness Program that specifically focuses on how to get you ready for homeownership with us.

Program Overview

The Homebuyer Readiness Program is accessible to individuals of all income levels who aim to buy their first home with Habitat GSF. It’s important to note that the workshops, webinars, and newsletters offered by the Homebuyer Readiness Program are separate from the Habitat GSF homeownership application procedure. This program is designed to offer insights and resources for assessing your present financial situation, equipping you with tools to formulate a strategic plan, and ultimately getting you ready for homeownership with us.

What to expect

Quick intro: what is it, what can you expect to learn/take away and who is it for?

The Homebuyer Readiness Program provides complimentary educational workshops and webinars that are open to everyone and address crucial topics to assist you in getting ready for potential homeownership opportunities. Key topics include:

Understanding Ability to Pay: How Habitat GSF Looks at Income

Understanding Need for Housing: How Habitat GSF Determines Need

Understanding Willingness to Partner: What it means to be a Habitat GSF Partner Family

Understanding Habitat GSF Affordable Homeownership Program: The Basics of Our Program

What is the style of the webinar? Is it interactive?

Our webinars are conducted through Zoom. We will share information and there will be time set aside for questions. We offer two types of webinars:

Monthly Virtual Information Sessions: These sessions focus on understanding Habitat GSF’s Affordable Homeownership Program. They are held every month and are designed to provide general information about the program.
Quarterly Deep-Dive Webinars: Every three months, we offer a more detailed webinar that explores the three key eligibility criteria for the program. These sessions provide an in-depth look at the criteria and are intended for those who want a thorough understanding.

To attend these virtual sessions, please complete the sign-up form below:

Sign Up!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Homebuyer Readiness Program for?

Our program is open to everyone. It is a free service we are providing to help those interested in future homeownership with Habitat GSF learn about what is involved and how to prepare themselves.

What's the difference between the Homebuyer Readiness Program and the Affordable Homeownership Program with Habitat Greater San Francisco?

Our Homebuyer Readiness Program is an educational and information sharing set of webinars and newsletters. While these tools will benefit those seeking to become homeowners, participation is not a substitute for applying.

If you have any questions about the Homeownership Program with Habitat Greater San Francisco, please email us at: HDDIntake@habitatgsf.org.

Do I increase my chances of qualifying for a Habitat GSF home if I participate in the Homebuyer Readiness Program?

We hope so! We hope that by attending these classes, you’ll understand our program and its requirements. It’s our expectation that through learning more about what it means to partner with HGSF, you’ll be more ready when it comes time to apply. By attending, you do not get a special advantage in the lottery. All applicants, regardless of whether or not they participate in the Homebuyer Readiness Program, enter the same lottery at the same level.

Do I have to attend all workshops?

No, you can attend whatever workshops you are interested in. However, it’s best that you attend all of them so that you can fully understand our program.

Do I get sweat equity credit for the future if I attend?

No, we cannot count your attendance as volunteer hours towards sweat equity.

Is there a cost?

No, this program is free to the public.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the Habitat Greater San Francisco Homebuyer areadiness Progream, please reach out to: HDDIntake@HabitatGSF.org