What You'll Learn: Homeowner 201 Workshop Curriculum

Buying your first home wasn’t easy, but you did it! Now comes the long-term work of maintaining and keeping your home. Our special classes sponsored by the City of Boston, programs and discounts can make living out your dream a little easier.

Funding for these services provided by the City of Boston through its
Department of Neighborhood Development,
Thomas M. Menino, Mayor,
Evelyn Friedman, Chief and Director

Property Management and Maintenance

• Settling in
• Fire safety
• Theft protection/crime watches
• Getting to know your home
• Maintaining your home
   

Personal Financial Management

• Budget planning
• Tax planning
• Record keeping
• Financing home improvements
• Foreclosure prevention
• Homeowner insurance
• Agent representation
   

Landlord Training and Lead Paint

• Lead paint
• Tenant selection
• Setting rent
• Setting up a good tenancy
• Eviction process
• Alternatives to eviction
• Housing codes
• Peer counseling