VHDA homeownership classes set

The Virginia Housing Development Authority and local nonprofits are offering free homeownership-education classes throughout October.

Homeownership-education classes cover topics that include personal finances, credit issues, the role of lenders, working with real estate agents, home inspections and mortgage closings. To become eligible for VHDA loans, borrowers must complete a VHDA homeownership class. For a complete listing of VHDA homeownership classes, visit www.vhda.com. Free sessions available in the county will take place as follows:

• Oct. 18, 1-7 p.m., at C&F Mortgage, 1400 Alverser Drive. For more information, call Adela Lamson at 858-8305 or (888) 339-8300. This class is taught exclusively in Spanish.

• Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at Chesterfield Towne Center, 11500 Midlothian Turnpike. For more information, call Alfreda Wonson at 869-3412.