Sat, Jan 30, 2027 · 9:00 AM EST
### How to Get Free Money to Buy a Home
NYC Homebuyer Grant, Down Payment Assistance & Tax Season Strategy Event
This community-focused homebuyer event is hosted by RB the Realtor® in partnership with MCU, HCDC, and the KEE Path Foundation to help you understand how to access grant funding, use tax season strategically, and explore affordable and creative paths to homeownership, including multifamily ownership.
📍 Important Location & Entry Information
➡️ A valid state-issued photo ID is required for entry.
MCU (Municipal Credit Union) – providing education on mortgage options, down payment assistance programs, and the home financing process
HCDC (Harlem Community Development Corporation) – sharing insight on homeownership readiness, community-based resources, and pathways to ownership for New Yorkers
KEE Path Foundation – a nonprofit organization focused on financial literacy, homeownership education, and increasing access to ownership opportunities within underserved communities
Together, our partners are committed to delivering clear, accurate, and actionable information to help individuals and families move closer to owning a home.
💸 What You’ll Learn
✅ How to access FREE grant money for down payment and closing costs
✅ Available NYC, state, and lender-based assistance programs
✅ How income limits really work — and why many people think they don’t qualify when they actually do
✅ How to use tax season strategically when preparing to buy a home
✅ Multifamily homeownership strategies where rental income can help offset your mortgage
✅ Creative and realistic paths to homeownership for first-time and first-generation buyers
🧾 FREE On-Site Tax Benfit Information
Renters ready to explore homeownership
First-time and first-generation buyers
Individuals who are mortgage-approved or close to being ready
Buyers interested in down payment assistance and grant programs
Anyone curious about multifamily or income-producing properties
🗝️ What Makes This Event Different
Break down where grant money comes from
Explain how to qualify and apply
Clarify the homebuying process step-by-step
Help you leave with a clear, personalized next step
📣 What to Expect
Practical, easy-to-understand guidance
Real examples of how buyers successfully use grants
Access to trusted housing and financial professionals
Resources you can act on immediately
🚨 Space Is Limited
👉 Advance registration is strongly encouraged.
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⚠️ Important Notes
State-issued photo ID is required for entry into Columbia University
Participation does not guarantee mortgage approval or grant eligibility
Program availability, terms, and qualifications may vary
