Application Process – Black Women Build

basic CRITERIA

To qualify for our program and your home loan these are the minimum requirements and expectations.

Baltimore City resident
First-time home owner
Employed
Savings of $2,500
Be available M-TR 9 - 3 during build (aprox. 4 months)
Demonstrate a genuine interest in actively creating community
To qualify for the loan incentive programs we are pursuing, your income is between 30% and 80% of Baltimore City AMI for a single person - currently this is between $21,840 - $54,950
Meet with a financial coach and complete a homeownership counseling class within 60 days

THE APPLICATION PROCESS has 4 phases.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS has 4 phases

1. prescreen Questions

It is important that each applicant meet our basic criteria. Our quick questionnaire allows our team to identify how we can best assist you.

Ok, I am ready to take the Prescreen!

PRESCREEN

2. FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT

Purchasing a home is a big deal and we want to ensure that you are financially and mentally ready. During this step, you will meet with a financial wellbeing coach to review your finances. Be prepared to provide copies of pay subs, bank statements, and tax documents.

3. APPLICATION + ESSAY

Once your financial eligibility is confirmed, you will complete our program application. This includes: availability, tool knowledge and an essay.

4. interviews

There are 2 interviews. In the first 20-min. interview, our program manager will review your application, provide program specifics and answer questions. If you advance to the second round, applicants will interview with the Executive Director and Board Members.

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Black Women Build-Baltimore is committed to equal employment, participation, and volunteer opportunity without regard to age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.