ASSEMBLYMEMBER LORI SALDAÑA
76TH ASSEMBLY DISTRICT

For Immediate Release: October 31, 2005
Contact: Joe Kocurek
Phone: (619) 645-3090

Assembly Member Hosts First-Time Homebuyer Town Hall

WHAT: Assembly Member Lori Saldaña will host "Home Buying 101" to provide information on resources available to first-time homebuyers

WHEN: Wednesday November 2nd, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: The North Park Recreation Center, 4044 Idaho Street in San Diego

BACKGROUND: In San Diego's heated up housing market, many residents don't know about state, federal and local programs to assist them in achieving their dream of owning a home.

The event is aimed at first-time homebuyers looking for information on down-payment assistance, below-market fixed-rate loans, assistance for veterans and their families. Information will also be available about current state legislation geared to enhance housing affordability for moderate- and low-income families.

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INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: Assemblymember Saldaña and presenters will be available before and after event

CONTACT: Joe Kocurek (619) 645-3090 or (619) 818-5834

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