Cobb hosts first-time homebuyer workshop

Potential first-time homebuyers are invited to a free workshop on Saturday in Marietta.

The workshop is hosted by Cobb Extension and CredAbility, a nonprofit credit counseling and education organization. Participants will receive information about budgeting and credit, down payment assistance, the loan and real estate processes, insurance and inspection. Participants will also receive a HUD-approved certificate for completing the course.

The workshop runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cobb Extension office, 678 S. Cobb Drive.

Registration open to first 40 people: 1-800-251-2227.

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