Effective partnerships form the backbone of program success; when homeownership programs and housing counseling agencies connect with one another, homeowners are well-served. During this session, participants will learn more about specific success stories of housing counseling programs and homeownership programs that are closely collaborating in order to prepare and assist first-time homebuyers.  Grounded Solutions Network staff and the staff of the Athens Land Trust will share best practices for advising homebuyers, explore what’s working well in specific localities across the country, and invite participants to engage in a learning discussion. We’ll explore how the close coordination of programs and referrals can set everyone up for success, so that the right information gets to the right folks at the right time. If you have a housing counseling program, an affordable homeownership program, or both, this webinar will be a great fit.