Business · 26/07/2017Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

US Department of Agriculture to Review Online Homeownership Education Courses for Nationwide Use in 502 Direct Loan Program

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The US Department of Agriculture will consider approving additional online education providers for the Single Family Housing Section 502 Direct loan program, allowing more first-time homebuyers to access approved education courses nationwide.

Original source language: Federal Register — Agriculture DepartmentOpen original release →

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