Housing Authority to host homebuyers fair in June

The homebuyer’s fair will take place Saturday, June 21 on University of Delaware’s campus. (Photo by Feverpitched/iStock Getty Images)

The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) will bring back its popular Homebuyers Fair next month, offering aspiring homeowners a chance to learn the ins and outs of purchasing a home.

The event, themed “Destination Homeownership,” will take place on Saturday, June 21, at the University of Delaware’s Clayton Hall Conference Center in Newark.

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Running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the fair is free and open to the public.

After a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the fair returns to connect potential homebuyers with real estate professionals, lenders, inspectors, and attorneys.

Attendees can also explore DSHA’s loan programs, which include down payment and closing cost assistance.

“We are thrilled to bring back DSHA’s Homebuyers Fair, which has been on a reprieve since the COVID-19 pandemic,” said DSHA Director Matthew Heckles. “This is a popular event for Delawareans looking to buy their first home or their next home, and for those who are considering moving to the First State.”

To better serve attendees’ schedules, the fair will be divided into three timed sessions — 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. Each session includes complimentary meals, family-friendly activities, giveaways, and prize drawings.

DSHA is also seeking sponsors and exhibitors interested in connecting with attendees who are actively exploring homeownership, home repairs, and financing options.

We are proud of the loan programs that DSHA can offer to people who need a little extra help making homeownership a reality and we look forward to sharing that information at “Destination Homeownership,” Heckles said.

Registration is now open at here, and additional event details, including sponsorship opportunities, are available here.