City of Muscatine Housing Counseling

05/20/2025

🏡 Thinking about buying a home? Start your journey with us!

Our Homebuyer Education Classes are designed to help you understand the homebuying process from start to finish. Whether you're just getting started or already shopping, this class is the first step toward making confident, informed decisions.

✨ Bonus: Eligible households may qualify for Down Payment Assistance ranging from $2,500 to $20,000!
Please note: attending a class does not guarantee assistance, but it is required to get started.

📅 Upcoming Class Dates (Registration Open Now!):
✅ June 20, 2025
✅ July 11, 2025
✅ August 8, 2025

🌐 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/city-of-muscatine-housing-counseling-80771912073

If you're thinking about buying a home this year, don’t miss out!

Tag a friend who should be in class with you! 🏠💬

Nationally certified HUD Housing Counseling and education. We offer classes in first time home buying, rental education, credit building, and budgeting. As well as one on one meetings to help improve your general financial health by building a spending plan, paying off debt and overall credit repair...

05/09/2025

A key part of the Ignite Vitality: Mulberry project is grants for home exterior improvements through the City of Muscatine, Iowa - City Government. Eligible homes must be within the neighborhood boundaries, owned by the resident, and under a certain income threshold.

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/34ydn35u

04/30/2025

🏡 Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start?
I’ll be hanging out at the Buyers Open House TOMORROW, ready to chat all things down payment assistance (DPA)!

Whether you're just dreaming or getting serious, this is a no-pressure chance to ask questions, learn what’s out there, and figure out if one of our programs might be a fit for you. ✨

Come say hi — let’s make homeownership feel a little less overwhelming (and maybe even a little fun 😉).

📍The Red Brick Building
🗓️ May 1, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

04/01/2025

🎉 It’s Financial Literacy Month! Let’s dive into 30 days of 💰 tips—starting with Day 1: Know your income. Track every dollar this week 📊 and share what you discover! Why does financial literacy matter to YOU? 🌟

02/11/2025

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE: STEP AHEAD RENTAL CLASS CANCELED 🚨

Due to the impending bad weather, the Step Ahead Rental Assistance Class scheduled for tomorrow has been CANCELED. ❌ Please do not come to the class.

A new class will be scheduled soon, and you’ll receive another invitation in the mail. 📬 Be sure to watch for it so you don’t miss out!

Stay safe, and thank you for your understanding! ❄️

01/15/2025

🎉 Don't Let Your Gift Cards Go to Waste! 🎉
Today is National Use Your Gift Card Day—the perfect reminder to check your wallet, email, or apps for unused gift cards. 💼📱✨

🔹 Fun Fact: Millions of dollars in gift cards go unspent each year!
🔹 Quick Tip: Use your gift cards for essentials or even a treat for yourself—every dollar saved can go toward your financial goals! 💸💡

What’s the best thing you’ve ever bought with a gift card? Share below! 💬🎯

01/10/2025

Make goals that are SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Example: "Save $500 for emergencies by June." 📋🕒✨

01/09/2025

"A new year means new chances to take charge of your money." Start 2025 by working toward better money habits. 💡💰🌟

12/30/2024

🎉✨ As we wrap up another incredible year, it’s time to celebrate all the amazing milestones we’ve achieved together! From hosting countless classes to reaching tons of eager attendees, the highlights just keep coming! 🎊

One of our proudest moments? Distributing OVER $88,000 in down payment assistance! 💰🏡 We also rolled out a brand-new DPA program while keeping our trusty DPA funds going strong. It’s been a whirlwind of success!

Looking ahead, I can’t wait to see what the new year has in store for us. I’m already dreaming big for 2025! 🚀💭

Is homeownership a 2025 goal of yours? Let’s turn those dreams into plans! 🏠✨

12/30/2024

🎉✨ As we wrap up another incredible year, it's time to celebrate all the amazing milestones we've achieved together! From hosting countless classes to reaching tons of eager attendees, the highlights just keep coming! 🎊

One of our proudest moments? Distributing OVER $88,000 in down payment assistance! 💰🏡 We also rolled out a brand-new DPA program while keeping our trusty DPA funds going strong. It’s been a whirlwind of success!

Looking ahead, I can't wait to see what the new year has in store for us. I’m already dreaming big for 2025! 🚀💭

Is homeownership a 2025 goal of yours? Let’s turn those dreams into plans! 🏠✨

12/13/2024

❄️🌨 Important Announcement: Homebuyer Education Class CANCELED 🌨❄️

Due to the worsening weather forecast, we have made the decision to CANCEL this weekend's Homebuyer Education Class. Your safety is our top priority, and we appreciate your understanding.