The next Loudoun County “HomeCents” seminar is scheduled for Sept. 12. The free seminar is designed to give recent homebuyers and prospective home purchasers an opportunity to explore topics often not covered by their lender or realtor. Administered by the Department of Family Services and held quarterly, topics include:

• Budgeting: “The How, What, When, Where, Why & Who of Budgeting;” S.M.A.R.T. Goals; Planning for future goals and emergencies
• Home Maintenance: How often to inspect home components and what to look for; Do-it-yourself versus when to call a professional; Life spans of materials and appliances; Safety
• Insurance, Taxes and HOAs
• Information on available local services and resources, including county, state and regional government agencies and nonprofits; tax advantages, “Money Smart” financial education CD; and much more

The next seminar will be held Wednesday, Sept, 12, in the Shenandoah Room at the Department of Family Services, 102 Heritage Way N.E., Leesburg VA 20176, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The deadline to register is Tuesday, Sept. 11.

For more information about the program, or to register for an upcoming seminar, contact Antwaun Jackson at 703-737-8213 or antwaun.jackson@loudoun.gov.