St. Joseph's Carpenter Society (SJCS)

Homeownership Education

St. Joseph's Carpenter Society (SJCS) promotes a holistic approach for homeowner’s financial stability that combines financial and homeownership education classes with personalized counseling. SJCS offers a two-step process for prospective homebuyers that includes the Homebuyer’s Academy and counseling in both English and Spanish. This program provides: - Homeowner's academy classes that teach prospective homeowners about the homeownership process - One-on-one counseling SJCS is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency and offers HUD-certified classes. The cost for both the Homeowner’s Academy and One on One counseling is $55 for an individual and $80 for a couple. This cost covers a credit check and course materials. Participants who complete these education requirements will have the opportunity to purchase a home through St. Joseph's Carpenter Society. Visit the website or in-person to pay and register for this program.