Educated homeowners are better prepared to navigate the home buying process, live in their homes longer and are less likely to foreclose. That’s why Montana Board of Housing programs require homebuyer education unless the homebuyer qualifies for a *waiver. We accept homebuyer education certificates from classes offered through NeighborWorks Montana.
Neighborworks provides homebuyer education through a network of non-profit, governmental and private sector agencies that specialize in first-time homebuyer services and loan products. Network members offer in-depth classes on all aspects of homeownership to help homebuyers make the right choice in a home and a loan. All classes meet U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requirements and are taught by National Center for Homeownership Education and Counseling Certified educators.
Please note, while online education cannot entirely replicate the experience of an in-person class, NeighborWorks offers online options that can be accessed through the link as well. Once a borrower has completed an online class and before they receive their homebuyer education certificate, they must complete a one-time, face to face session with a HUD-approved housing counselor.
Contact NeighborWorks Montana by email or call 406-604-4540 for more information.
Montana Board of Housing programs require Homebuyer Education for:
All borrowers receiving loans through Set-aside programs
All borrowers who don’t have established credit
All borrowers in the Regular Bond Loan Program, unless they meet the criteria for an *exception (below)
All borrowers using the Montana Veterans’ Home Loan Program
*Exceptions to the requirement for Homebuyer Education will be given for borrowers who meet all three of the following:
