COBB, Calif. – The Lake County Economic Development Corp., in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture, invites community members to attend the Cobb Area Housing Fair on Friday, Aug. 10.

The fair will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Cobb Elementary School, 15895 Highway 175.

USDA Rural Development Housing Programs give rural families and individuals the opportunity to buy, build, repair, own or rent safe and affordable homes.

Eligibility for these loans, loan guarantees, and grants is based on income and varies according to the average median income for each area.

While several USDA housing programs exist, the focus of this fair will be on single family housing direct home loans and single family housing home loan guarantees.

The purpose of the fair is to increase homeownership in Lake County by connecting potential homeowners with lenders, realtors, and builders, so that all parties may increase utilization of USDA housing assistance programs.