Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Other Virginia Resources
- Housing resources for seniors
- Legal assistance
- Help with your utility bills
- Disaster relief and emergency assistance
- Health and environmental information – safeguard your home and family
- Rural housing programs
- Virginia Housing and Development Authority – housing education and programs
- Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development – helps provide safe, decent and affordable housing
- Fannie Mae Homes for Sale
- Freddie Mac Homes for Sale
- Veterans Affairs (VA) properties for sale