Project NOW Housing Division offers a variety of programs to the residents of Rock Island, Henry and Mercer counties. These programs, funded primarily by the Illinois Housing Development Authority, bring essential services to help improve the communities we serve.
Homebuyer Education
Homebuyer Classes
Project NOW offers Homebuyer Education classes that emphasize:
- Budgeting & Credit Reports
- Mortgage Loan Basics
- The Real Estate Agent & Looking for a Home
- Taxes, Insurance and The Closing
- Inspections, Maintenance and Ongoing Responsibilities
Classes are held monthly on Saturdays. They are free and open to the public.
Times: Registrations begin at 8:30am, and workshops end at 2:30pm. Lunch is provided.
Location:
McKesson Loft Condos
Conference Room
100 19th Street
Rock Island, IL
Entrance is on the 19th Street side of the building.
Education is provided by
Rock Island Economic Growth Corp.
in partnership with
Project Now
The Homebuyer Seminars are designed to educate potential home buyers about:
- Importance of good credit
- How to establish a budget
- How to obtain a mortgage
- How to shop for a home
- Life as a homeowner
The following are the dates for the homebuyer workshops in 2012
- January 21st
- February 25th
- March 24th
- April 21st
- May 19th
- June 23rd
- July 21st
- August 18th
- September 15th
- October 13th
- November 17th
- There is no December workshop
To find out more, please call 309-793-6391.
To register for a seminar you may contact either Project NOW, Inc. CAA at 309-793-6391 or Rock Island Economic Growth Corp. at 309-788-6311 or City Of Moline at 309-524-2040.
Early registration makes for better provision of training materials and assures your client a seat.
People who have completed the seminar are eligible for first time homebuyer assistance programs through Project NOW, Inc, CAA, Rock Island Economic Growth and City of Moline.
Housing Counseling
Project NOW has experienced, trained staff who can set up an appointment for individualized assistance and planning for Pre-Purchase and Credit Counseling. We may also be able to assist individuals in need of Foreclosure Prevention Counseling.
Home Purchase and Rehabilitation
Clients who have completed the Homebuyer Education Class may qualify for Project NOW’s forgivable mortgage loan program; Homebuyer with Rehab.
Homebuyer with Rehab Program
This program offers help for the following:
- Down Payment Assistance
- Closing Costs
- Needed Repairs
Single Family Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program (SFOOR)
Assists existing homeowners with necessary home repairs to bring your home to Housing Quality Standards (HQS). Funds are typically used for updates and repairs to:
- Plumbing
- Electrical Repairs
- Roof Repair or Replacement
- Furnaces
- Kitchens and Bathrooms
Lead Hazard Control Program
This program is a collaborative effort headed by the City of Rock
Island and in partnership with the City of Moline, Project NOW,
Rock Island Economic Growth and the Rock Island County Health
Department.
The Healthy Homes Initiative provides rehabilitation assistance for
homeowners who need to
correct or reduce lead hazards within
their home.
For more information on Project NOW’s rehabilitation programs, please
call 309-793-6391.
Foreclosure Prevention:
Pre-Purchase and Credit Counseling
For persons wanting to make the move from renter to home
owner, our counselors are available. Along with our classes, one-
on-one counseling sessions can help you take the steps along
the path to owning a home. Our staff works with clients to:
- Review Credit History
- Resolve Credit Issues
- Establish a Manageable Budget
For further information on Project NOW’s Homeowner Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention programs please call (309) 793-6391.
