Palatka Housing Authority offering free homebuying classes [Video]

PALATKA, Fla. — The Palatka Housing Authority and Ameris Bank in Palatka are teaming up to educate Putnam County residents about the intimidating homebuying process, something they’ve learned many residents in temporary housing don’t pursue because they don’t understand how it works.

“I think they start out intimidated and that’s why we acknowledged that the first step in the process is then showing up to this class,” said Ameris Bank Branch Market Manager Desireé Akins. “Just being willing to hear the message and what we have to share with them.”

The classes break down how to start saving for a home and lays out the income requirements to qualify for purchasing a home or down payment assistance.

“Limited income does not mean …