Citrus County is offering a free first-time homebuyers class next month.

The class will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the county's Resource Center, 2804 W Marc Knighton Ct., Lecanto. It's being conducted by the Housing Division under the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners.

Participants who attend the entire session will receive a Certificate of Completion which is required for Neighborhood Stabilization Program and other first time homebuyer assistance programs.

The class will encompass the entire home buying process, including preparing your credit and finances, shopping for a home, home inspection, fair housing, available loan products, loan pre-approval and closing. A variety of industry professionals will present to the class and answer questions.   

On Q Financial is a sponsor of the class and will provide lunch.

To register, contact Jen Pollard at 352-527-7522 or Pat Wilkerson at 352-527-7526 or email Jennifer.Pollard@bocc.citrus.fl.us. Anyone who require a special accommodation for accessibility should provide at least 72 hours notice and call 352-527-5901.