About this Event
HUD-Approved First-Time Homebuyer Workshop (In-Person)
Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Linda Brooks Burton Bayview Library — 5075 3rd St, San Francisco, CA
Buying your first home is a major step — but you don’t have to take it alone. Join SFHDC and the Tri-Counties Bank for a free, in-person, HUD-approved homebuyer education workshop designed for renters, Section 8 voucher holders, and families ready to build long-term stability and generational wealth.
This full-day workshop gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to navigate today’s housing market and move closer to becoming a homeowner.
What You’ll Learn
✔️ How to qualify for homeownership
✔️ Down payment assistance programs: DALP, CalHFA, First-Gen, MCC & more
✔️ Understanding credit, debt, and mortgage readiness
✔️ How to shop lenders and strengthen your application
✔️ Affordable homeownership pathways in San Francisco & the Bay Area
✔️ Your next steps + how to access 1:1 housing counseling
Who Should Attend
- Renters
- Section 8 voucher holders
- Families seeking stability and long-term wealth
- First-time homebuyers of all ages
- New parents, multigenerational families, and anyone building a strong financial foundation
Why Attend?
This workshop is HUD-approved and meets the education requirement for many down payment assistance and affordable mortgage programs. Graduates receive a certificate of completion and access to ongoing counseling to support the full homebuying journey — from planning to closing.
Cost: FREE*
Presented by:
SFHDC • San Francisco Public Library • Tri Counties Bank
*A $25 refundable commitment fee is required to register. Attend the workshop and you’ll get the full amount back—easy!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bayview Linda Brooks-Burton Branch Library, 5075 3rd Street, San Francisco, United States
USD 25.00
