Address & Phone

65 East Broadway
Butte, MT 59701
406.533.6784

Primary Contact

Brennan Hammer
406.533.6784
[email protected]

Services

Homebuyer Education
Homebuyer Counseling

Counties

Beaverhead
Deer Lodge
Granite
Jefferson

Madison
Powell
Silver Bow

Organization Description

The Headwaters Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D)/Economic Development District (EDD) mission is: “To provide our clients with access to essential resources that result in sustainable economic development and conservation management.” The seven county area (Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Granite, Madison, Powell, Silver Bow, and Jefferson) served by Headwaters straddles the Great Continental Divide and is home to the headwaters of both the mighty Missouri River and the Clark Fork of the Columbia River. The region is rich in mineral and agricultural resources, and has a population of 80,000 residents. In order to meet the needs of the people, solve cultural, social and economic problems, and achieve the objectives and goals of the Area Plan/Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, Headwaters encourages a community or group approach. Headwaters RC&D members represent local city and county governments, conservation districts, and other interested parties. The organization consists of an overall Board of Directors and five resource committees. Headwaters offers a wide range of programs and services including small business loans and technical assistance, entrepreneur training, organizational development workshops, grants administration and homebuyer education and counseling.

Homebuyer Education Classes

Headwaters RC&D offers its Homebuyer Education class once per month. The purpose of the class is to teach potential homeowners about the process of purchasing a home. Classes are 8 hours over the course of two evenings – see below for course dates, times and locations. This is a great program for both new and experienced home buyers and provides a good opportunity to become a more educated home buyer and homeowner. The class is taught by certified homeownership educators and other professionals from the community who provide presentations on a range of homeownership topics including:

  • Choosing a lender and understanding loan products and terms
  • Working with a real estate agent who really grasps your needs and price range
  • Understanding the scope and value of home inspections
  • Evaluating your credit and using credit wisely
  • Budgeting for your household and determining affordability
  • Choosing insurance policies
  • Understanding the title insurance and closing process
  • Maintaining your home so it continues to be an appreciating asset

Class location: Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at 65 East Broadway, 2nd Floor, in Butte.

Registration and Payment

Registration: Pre-registration is required.

Class dates and locations are subject to change.

Class Fee: $40 per person or $75 per couple. Fee is non-refundable.

If you have special needs such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act please let us know and we can make accommodations for you.
Note: Our classroom is not suitable for children. Please make childcare arrangements.

Class Schedule

Questions? Please call (406) 533-6780.

Class location: 65 East Broadway (Thornton Building)

Upcoming classes:

  • September 13; 8am-4pm
  • October 11; 8am-4pm