For the vast majority of programs Private Mortgage Insurance companies offer insurance for (on Conventional Loans), borrowers are no longer required to undergo pre-purchase counseling.
However, I understand that many home buyers may still find such counseling useful, and studies show that loans to borrowers who have taken 8 hours of face-to-face home buyer education perform better -- a benefit to both lenders and borrowers.
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