Housing Connect GSO links homebuyers, homeowners,
and City partners through education, counseling,
financial assistance and collaborations to ensure
successful homeownership in the Greensboro area.

* Important lender information is at the bottom of this page.

Homeownership Education & Outreach

• Free eight-hour, first-time homebuyer classes covering topics like family budget management, homeowner insurance, fair housing, working with a realtor, home inspection, mortgage financing, closing on a home, home maintenance, and rights and responsibilities.
• Free workshops such as handling heir property.
• Community events that empower potential homebuyers to make informed choices in selecting and buying a home.

Homeownership Counseling

• One-on-one advisory sessions to guide potential homebuyers through the home-buying steps and provide ongoing support.
• Post-purchase counseling on maintaining and keeping the home, including delinquency guidance, loan modifications, and conversions on City-funded loans.

Homebuyer Assistance Program

Housing Connect GSO's homebuyer assistance program is a source of financial assistance for first-time homebuyers purchasing homes within Greensboro city limits.

Homeownership Collaborations

Housing Connect GSO services are provided by City staff and local nonprofit housing service agencies. The Housing & Neighborhood Development Department also collaborates with North Carolina Housing Finance Agency and local lenders to ensure affordable financing.

Important Lender Information

• Homebuyer Assistance Program Guidelines
• Housing Loan Delinquency Policies
• Lender-Related FAQs