The City of Avondale Financially F.I.T. program promotes the concept that families and individuals can attain financial freedom and achieve short and long-term goals given the appropriate tools, resources and education.
First-time Homebuyer Program
The first-time homebuyer program provides down payment assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers through Individual Development Accounts (IDA).
Program participants receive:
üFee-free savings account
üCredit report, homebuyer/financial education and on-going counseling
üParticipants savings are matched based upon eligibility and available funding
üOther homebuyer programs can be combined to create a comprehensive assistance package
If you would like to receive additional homebuyer program information please e-mail: .
Foreclosure Assistance
If you are having difficulties paying your mortgage, help is available.
Contact: HOPE NOW at 1.888.995.HOPE.
Assistance is provided by non-profit, HUD-approved housing counselors.
Claim Your Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Are you eligible to have your 2008 taxes done free? EARN IT!
Did you earn less than $41,646 last year? The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) could pay you as much as $4,824. Additional credits could pay you even more. You don't have to owe Federal taxes to receive this money, but you do have to file. (Individual credit and refund amounts will vary. Visit www.irs.gov to extimate your refund)
KEEP IT!
Don't pay up to $200 to file your taxes or the hundreds more for a refund anticipation loan (RAL). VITA sites can get you your refund fast, especially if you e-file and use direct deposit. (Free tax preparation and filing services are available subject to eligibility)
SAVE IT!
There are programs in your community that can help you save money, reduce your debt, and learn to manage your money. For information contact:
Arizona Saves or call (602) 246-3500 or 1 (800) 989-3500
Community Information & Referral provides FREE tax preparation locations, or alternative brochure formats. Contact Information: 24 HOUR HOTLINE (602) 263-8856 or 1 (800) 352-3792
Avondale Community Center Neighborhood & Family Services Department 1007 South 3rd Street Avondale, AZ 85323 Phone: 623.333.2700 Fax: 623.333.0270 TDD: 623.333.0010 E-mail:
