LHOP stands for Lancaster Housing Opportunity Partnership.  It's a private/public organization that's all about AFFORDABLE housing in Lancaster County.  LHOP educates potential homebuyers through the LHOP Community Home Buyer (CHB) Education Program.   The program provides its students with an overview of the entire homebuying process from creating a budget to settlement.  A non-refundable $15 fee is the only cost for the course! 

Eligible first time buyers may also qualify for the LHOP Homebuyer Loan Program.  You MUST be a resident of Lancaster County and work with a Partnership Lender to qualify.  The loan can be used towards your downpayment or closing costs.  This program is available for individuals and familys in low to moderate income brackets.  To learn about all of the eligibility requirements for this program, click here:  http://lhop.org/buying-a-home/pdfs/Eligibility-Requirements.pdf. 

LHOP helped open the door to homeownership for me many years ago.   I'm grateful for the assistance they provided to me as well as many other first time buyers!   I'm also proud to serve on their CHB Advisory Committee and to teach the in's and out's of hiring and working with a REALTOR® at the CHB courses.

For additional information on LHOP, please visit their website at http://lhop.org.