Diana White-Pettis's (dwpettis) Blog

      On September 1st, the Prince George's County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) re-opened the popular My HOME II Program which provides first-time home buyers with up to $20,000 in down payment and closing costs for the purchase of their home in Prince George's County. H...

  Repurchase Program Helps Homeowners Rebound From Devastating Losses A Maryland program that helps financially troubled homeowners repurchase their homes at more affordable terms has helped them reduce their monthly payments by an average 38 percent, housing counselors learned during a training ...

National Kidney Foundation Night at DC United Sunday, August 17, 2014   If you’re free this Sunday night, August 17, come out to RFK Stadium for the D.C. United game! Help cheer on D.C. United as they take on the Colorado Rapids and support the cause while having a great time. Stop by the NKF tab...

  Fannie Mae Announces Changes to Short Sale Guidelines – Coming Soon!  If you have had to sell short or do a deed in lieu of foreclosure, this information is for you. Fannie Mae announced that as of August 16th 2014, the waiting period to apply for a loan to purchase or refinance a home, after a...

My HOME/My HOME II Programs in Prince George's County, MD Downpayment and Closing Costs Assistance Program For First Time Homebuyers Comparison At-A-Glance     MY HOME   MY HOME II   LOAN AMOUNT Up to 5% of Purchase Price   LOAN AMOUNT Up to $20,000 INCOME LIMIT 80% Area Median Income (AMI)   INC...

   Summer Concert in the Park – Saturday, August 2, 2014      Where:  Town Green Park, 13090 9th St., Bowie, MD 20727   Time: 4-6 p.m.   Featuring: Rise Band and Show   Bring your blanket or chair! This FREE concert will be a fun time for family and friends to enjoy.   Note: Concert is cancelled ...

  Free Sunday Sunset Concerts in Bowie, MD                                                                                          WHERE:                                                             Allen Pond Park                                                        3330 Northview Drive   Bowi...

The "My HOME" Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program in Prince George's County, MD    If you are a first-time homebuyer needing assistance with down payment and closing cost in Prince George’s County, MD, this information will be of interest to you! The “My HOME” program is a key housin...

 Garage Sale Checklist for Sellers   Pre-planning your garage sale has many benefits.  A pre-sale check list should be an integral part of your planning and should include some the following items: Ask local authorities about permits, restrictions, advertising, and tax implications. Visit neighbo...

  Sellers, Let’s Have a Garage Sale! There’s not a better time for a garage sale than now when you are preparing to sell your home. Pre-planning your garage sale has some real benefits. The following big benefits, just to name a few, can result from a garage sale: Eliminate clutter and make your ...