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If you say so, my neighbor just purchased an investment property on MLK for 54k while the same building in The Bronx Hunters Point would have gone for 340k

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I'm having a hard time believing that. and 49k for a house in JC? Come one now we're not Detroit. I would have understood 90k at least. 500k for a house in the worst part of the Bronx? I highly doubt that they are in the worst part. I've been to "the worst parts" of the Bronx. If somebody pays that much for a house in those sections, God help them.

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A world you are not familiar with, in the worst section of the Bronx 10453 homes start @ 499, 000.00 the worst part of JC homes are 49, 000

Why not assist people to buy in a suburb with good public schools?

Oh, and the Bronx includes Riverdale which might screw up average prices upon which the loans are based or NY negotiated a better deal with WF than NJ did.

The Bronx more expensive? In what world?

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Brooklyn, Bronx more expensive.

Why would people receive more to move into Brooklyn or the Bronx than they would Jersey City or Newark? Heck, you could give away $100,000 and I would still be skeptical about Newark.

Effort includes opportunity to get homebuyer education; qualify for $15,000 in Jersey City/Newark and $30,000 in the Bronx/Brooklyn for down payment assistance to purchase affordable home

JERSEY CITY, N.J., May 07, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- --Effort launches at June 7 & 8 event to be held at Pier 94 in Manhattan; homebuyers can apply for down payment assistance grants and participate in homebuyer support programs

--NeighborWorks America non-profit affiliates La Casa de Don Pedro of Newark and Neighborhood Housing Services of New York City will provide homebuyer education and help qualified prospective homeowners reserve down payment assistance grants. Neighborhood Housing Services of New York City will determine income eligibility

--Similar events in 17 housing markets have helped create more than 2,850 new homeowners through Wells Fargo LIFT program Down Payment Assistance

Wells Fargo, the nation's largest home mortgage lender, today announced that the company's New York-New Jersey CityLIFT(SM) program will be available in Jersey City, Newark, the Bronx and Brooklyn on June 7 & 8. The CityLIFT(SM) program is a collaboration between Wells Fargo Bank N.A., Jersey City, Newark, the Bronx, and Brooklyn officials, and NeighborWorks America, a national non-profit organization which creates opportunities for people to live in affordable homes and improve their lives. The program is designed to provide down payment assistance and homebuyer education programs in areas most impacted by the financial crisis. The CityLIFT(SM) program includes a $9.5 million investment for down payment assistance grants and homebuyer support programs to help consumers achieve successful, sustainable homeownership and is for qualified potential homebuyers interested in living in a home in Jersey City, Newark, the Bronx and Brooklyn.

The New York-New Jersey CityLIFT(SM) program will include a free homebuyer workshop on Friday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Pier 94 in Manhattan.

At the event, potential homebuyers can find out if they qualify for the down payment assistance program and reserve funds - $15,000 in Jersey City/Newark or $30,000 in the Bronx/Brooklyn - for 60 days for home purchases even if they have yet to find a property. In addition, prospective homebuyers may stop by the Wells Fargo Affordable Home Tour(SM) viewing center to preview featured homes available for sale in local neighborhoods.

Prospective homebuyers can register at www.wellsfargo.com/citylift and learn more about the New York-New Jersey CityLIFT(SM) program by calling 1-866-802-0456. Pre-registration is encouraged, although walk-ins are welcome.

Wells Fargo will collaborate with Jersey City, Newark, the Bronx, and Brooklyn officials, NeighborWorks America, and local NeighborWorks affiliates La Casa de Don Pedro of Newark and Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) of New York City to implement the CityLIFT(SM) program.

The programs in Jersey City, Newark, the Bronx and Brooklyn are part of 20 housing markets that will benefit from a total of $170 million Wells Fargo has committed through its LIFT(SM)programs (including NeighborhoodLIFT(SM) and CityLIFT(SM)) to support sustainable housing in cities affected by the economic downturn.

"Today, while there are many homes available at attractive purchase prices and mortgages are available at historically low interest rates, many families are still unable to purchase a home because they struggle with making the down payment," said Lucia Gibbons, Wells Fargo's Northern New Jersey regional president. "The CityLIFT(SM)program will help address this issue for homebuyers by providing down payment assistance that can help make a mortgage payment more affordable."

"NeighborWorks America and Wells Fargo's innovative partnership helps thousands of homebuyers achieve sustainable homeownership," said Eileen Fitzgerald, chief executive officer of NeighborWorks America. "The LIFT program is designed to help potential homebuyers achieve their dream of homeownership, and shows them that pre-purchase homebuyer education and counseling is a critical component to successful and sustainable homeownership."

"As is the case in many cities across America, there are people who would like to purchase a home but for some reason or another they do not have down payment funds," said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz. "I am excited that CityLIFT(SM)is coming to the Bronx to assist people so they can own a home."

"My administration has a long-standing commitment to providing our residents with quality, affordable housing," said Newark Mayor Cory A. Booker. "Down payment assistance programs are essential as we work to strengthen our housing market and provide Newark residents with the knowledge and resources they need to succeed as homeowners."

"New homeowners are coming to Brooklyn in droves because our neighborhoods are bustling with activity and excitement," said Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz. "CityLIFT(SM) will help those who want to live here with the resources to get started - and with education on the home purchasing process. This is a win-win for everyone."

"Owning a home is the American dream and CityLIFT(SM)provides those who need down payment assistance with financial resources to make that dream a reality," said Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy. "We also welcome the opportunity to have more people living in our great city and becoming part of a community that is one of the most diverse in America."

Down payment assistance of $15,000 is available to those who qualify to purchase a home in Jersey City or Newark - and $30,000 for those seeking to live in the Bronx or Brooklyn. To qualify for down payment assistance, applicants must meet certain criteria including annual income not exceeding 120 percent of the median income for the area (income maximums vary depending on family size); an eight-hour homebuyer education session with a HUD-approved counselor such as NeighborWorks America affiliates; and a commitment to stay in the home for five years and qualification for a first mortgage on the property. Participating homebuyers can obtain mortgage financing from any qualified lender.

"Jersey City, Newark, the Bronx and Brooklyn were significantly affected by the housing crisis," said Michelle Lee, Wells Fargo's Northeast regional president. "The CityLIFT(SM) program will help families achieve successful homeownership which is not just about having enough money on hand and qualifying for a mortgage. It's also about knowing how to navigate the home buying process, what to expect once you become a homeowner, and having a trusted advisor to turn to when questions come up."

The CityLIFT(SM) program is designed to provide down payment assistance and homebuyer education programs in areas most impacted by the financial crisis. The program was developed in connection with the 2012 settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, and is a collaboration between Wells Fargo Bank N.A. and NeighborWorks America.

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