Cumberland Neighborhood Housing Services partners with First Peoples Federal Credit Union to offer new loan program

Cumberland Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (CNHS) is pleased to announce a new mortgage loan program offered through First Peoples Community Federal Credit Union.  The program will be available for the purchase of residential property that falls within the boundaries of the 400-700 blocks of North Centre and North Mechanic Streets.  First Peoples will fund the mortgages below market rate.  In addition, CNHS is offering a program that allows the homebuyer to borrow renovation funds, in conjunction with the mortgage program, to make desired improvements to the home.

“First Peoples is happy to offer an attractive mortgage program for homeowners who choose to live in the Wills Creek Neighborhood - one of our great downtown Cumberland neighborhoods.” States Will Brodie, Vice President of Lending for First Peoples Federal Credit Union.  “Supporting the development and expansion of the communities we serve is at the heart of our mission.”

The program is open to borrowers who intend to occupy the property as their primary residence.   

“This is an exciting time for homebuyers to choose a home in the Wills Creek Neighborhood.”  Said Rich Parsons, Executive Director of CNHS.  “We are grateful for the generosity of First Peoples and appreciate their support in offering this loan program.” 

There are limited funds for the renovation loan program and applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis for these funds.  All applications are subject to credit approval and available funds.  For more information on both loan programs, contact CNHS at 301-722-6958 Monday through Friday.  To learn more click here »

 

Cumberland Neighborhood Housing Services
Spring Clean-Up Day

Volunteers, board members and staff of Cumberland Neighborhood Housing Services take a break during the recent Clean-Up Day in the Wills Creek Neighborhood.  In addition to planting trees and clean up at the North Centre Street Playground, the volunteers planted eight trees and picked up trash throughout the neighborhood.   A group of the volunteers are shown at one of the trees planted at the playground. Front row kneeling: Al Reed, Emily Cerda, Megan Geil.  Standing left to right: Butch Folk, George Reynolds, Colby Geil, Gerry Geil, Spencer Kemmet, Ed Kemmet, Janet Kemmet, Gary Taylor, Sr., Sam Robinette, Sally Robinette and John DiFonzo.  Also participating (not shown): Pete Elliott, Rich Parsons, Monna Johnson and Judy Spencer.

 

Cumberland Neighborhood Housing Services Hosts
First Do It Yourself Class for 2010

Cumberland Neighborhood Housing Services (CNHS) recently held the first program in their 2010 Do It Yourself (DIY) series.   The topic covered was Landscaping and Gardening and the guest presenter was Paul Ericksson, Natural Resource Specialist for the city of Cumberland.  The program covered yard landscaping and planting various types of annuals and perennials for the local climate and soil conditions.  In addition, Mr. Ericksson provided a maintenance and care schedule to follow when planting new trees.  “We are pleased with the interest our residents have shown in the DIY series that CNHS is offering,” states Rich Parsons, Executive Director of CNHS.  “With the participation of presenters like Paul, we are able to offer information to homeowners that allows them to complete simple home improvement tasks and save money at the same time.” 

Heather Coates and Louise Elliott were the two door prize winners, receiving a gift card from Lowe’s and a gift card from Southern States, respectively.  The next DIY Class will be held on Wednesday, June 9 at 7:00 p.m.  The class will cover plumbing tips and the guest presenter will be John Schadt of Schadt Plumbing and Heating, LLC.  All DIY classes are free and open to the public.  They are held at the CNHS office located at 400 North Mechanic, Cumberland.  For more information about classes or other programs offered through CNHS, click here or call 301-722-6958.