January 2010
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In This Issue
Out with the Old, in with the New
NeighborWorks® America Featured in O Magazine
Rochester Ranks No. 4 in Best Recovery Bets
Stop Spending and Start Saving
Now Accepting Applicaations for SONYMA's Low Interest Mortgage Products
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Home Ownership Orientation
2/1/10
6:30 PM

Home Improvement Loan Orientations
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5 PM

Home Purchase Made Easy I
2/18/10
6:30 PM
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Greetings!

As we move into a new year, you can expect to see lots of exciting changes at NeighborWorks® Rochester.  We've got a new Website, some new services and new faces joining our team. 

We hope you'll partner with us in 2010 to make a difference in the Rochester community.  To find out how you can help, call 325-4170 ext. 332.
 
Your input is always valued.  If you have any questions or comments, drop us a line at nwinfo@nwrochester.org.
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Out with the Old, in with the New

For the past few months, NeighborWorks® Rochester has been working to launch a new  Website.

Designed to be more user-friendly and easier to navigate, we hope you will take a peek and give us your input.

Keep checking back, because in the next few months we'll be adding videos, customer testimonials and the option to pay for classes online.

Click here to visit the new site.
  To give us feedback on the new site, e-mail us at nwinfo@nwrochester.org.
News BlocksNeighborWorks® America Featured in O Magazine

In December, Washington Post syndicated columnist Michelle Singletary wrote an article for O magazine entitled, "9 Ways to get your finances back on track" in which she gives her advice to a single mother juggling her finances. 

In the article, Singletary gives a nice shout-out to the services provided through NeighborWorks® America.

Click here to read the full article.

Rochester Ranks No. 4 in Best Recovery Bets

Average home prices are expected to plummet over the next two years, according to CNN Money.  However, Rochester ranks #4 in the list of top seven cities expected to post gains.

To read the full article, click here.

Person putting coins into houseStop Spending and Start Saving

Now is a great time to stop spending most of your paycheck on utility costs, and start saving.


 

NeighborWorks® Rochester is an accredited Building Performance Institute (BPI) contractor and can perform a complete Energy Audit on your home.  We have the expertise on staff to evaluate your best energy saving opportunities, whether that's adding insulation or replacing your furnace.  We use the latest technology to find hidden sources of heat loss.  The audit report includes a cost-benefit analysis that shows you the cost of improvements and how much money you would save by implementing the changes.  Many of the changes recommended have added benefits of making you feel more comfortable, reducing ice damming problems and other health and safety related concerns. 

 

Low interest financing is available as well as grants for eligible households to help make these changes possible.  Call us today to make a difference in your home.  325-4170 ext. 329 

Now Accepting Applications for SONYMA's Low Interest Mortgage Products

Did you know that NeighborWorks® Rochester can now take applications for SONYMA's low interest rate mortgage products, including the Achieving and Remodel NY mortgage programs?  SONYMA is noted for its competitive interest rates, low down payment requirements, down payment assistance, flexible underwriting guidelines and much more.  To learn more about SONYMA, attend one of our monthly information meetings or visit www.nyhomes.org.


If you are interested in applying for a SONYMA mortgage through NeighborWorks® Rochester, please contact Annalisa Rogers at 325-4170 x330.


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