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HOMEOWNERSHIP & TOUR
FREEDOM INSTITUTE Rev. Wendell Anthony, Founder/Chairman Ms. Maryann Lee, Executive Director 19600 W. McNichols Detroit, MI48219 Phone (313) 533-5053 / Fax (313)533-3818 www.freeinst.org
PRESS RELEASE Media Contact: Carmen Carter (248) 910-6527 (cell)
Freedom Weekend IV Homeownership Expo & Tour: Making Your Dreams of Homeownership a Reality
Detroit, MI -- March 2, 2005 -- Helping Detroiters realize their dreams of homeownership will be one of the highlights of Freedom Weekend IV, Saturday April 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Homeownership Expo will include crucial information and resources for first-time homebuyers and tips on avoiding potential pitfalls.
The Expo will include information on working with mortgage lenders and brokers; making the transition from renting to homeownership; building and improving your credit rating; achieving economic goals through investment properties; taking advantage of refinancing and non-traditional lending options. Professional counselors will also be available on-site to discuss credit issues with prospective homebuyers.
The Homeownership Expo will also include a Freedom Weekend Parade of Homes Bus Tour featuring some of Detroit’s newest homes, condominiums and townhouses. Maryann Lee, Executive Director of the Freedom Institute, the organization sponsoring Freedom Weekend described the Homeownership Expo as part of the American dream. “Our intent is to demonstrate that homeownership is within our community’s grasp. We’re trying to educate our community with the right tools and careful planning they can buy their own home.” Lee added that homeownership is a critical step in wealth building for all families while it also helps the city by increasing stability.
The Bus Tour will include free refreshments, prizes and giveaways, on-line registration is available at www.freeinst.org.Please also visit the web site for information about other events, expos and workshops.
Limited booth and exhibit space is still available by phoning the Freedom Institute at 313-533-5053.Developers interested in participating in the tour should also call 313-533-5053.
