HUD Office of Housing Counseling

Homeownership is a big deal, don’t go through it alone.🏠

It’s important to have a team of professionals like housing counselors, realtors, and lenders who you can trust. 🤝

A housing counselor can help you build your homebuying dream team🏅. Learn more at HUD.gov/makehomethegoal.

Did you know that many state and local governments, organizations, and non-profit groups offer down payment assistance programs for homebuyers? 🏠💸

HUD certified housing counselors can connect you with the right programs for you. Get started with a local agency at HUD.gov/findacounselor.

Is homeownership on your 2025 vision board? 🏠 🤩
Swipe for some tips to get started. ➡️

Housing counselors work with you to check ✔️ off every step to achieve homeownership. No matter where you’re starting, housing counselors can help you get where you want to go. 🚌

Connect with a local agency today at HUD.gov/findacounselor.

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Say it louder for the people in the back! 🗣️

You might notice we often call homebuying a journey, and that’s because it really is one! You don’t buy your first home overnight. It takes a lot of preparation and a great plan. 🕑 📋

You can get started on a personalized homebuying action plan with a local counselor. 🏠 Find one today: HUD.gov/findacounselor.

Thank you to all the housing counselors, homebuyers, and housing professionals who helped make our 2024! 🏠 💙

We’ve had such an exciting year traveling to community events, 📍 starting the first Housing Counselor Day, 🥳 and continuing to connect you with resources to make homeownership more accessible. 🤝

See you all next year! 😉

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Improving credit is one of the most common goals for prospective homebuyers. 💳 📈

Like this counselor tip says: making consistent, on-time payments will increase your score, even if you have to pay the minimum.

Housing counselors can help you make a plan to increase your score. Learn more ✏️ at HUD.gov/makehomethegoal.

From HUD Agency Head Adrianne Todman and our entire HUD family, we wish you a wonderful holiday season!

Yep, there are tele-housing counseling options available, too. 🧑‍💻

With virtual and in-person options, housing counselors are there for you, wherever you are. 🌎
🏠 Find a local HUD approved housing counseling agency at HUD.gov/findacounselor.

Would it shock you if we said the average first-time homebuyer typically has a down payment of around 8%? 🫢

There are many down payment assistance programs and loan 🏦 options that can help lower ⬇️ down payments, especially for first-time homebuyers. 🏠

A housing counselor can help you get started.✔️ Find 👀 a local agency at https://ow.ly/h76A50UsBes.

Source: https://ow.ly/s0Z950UsBep

This month marks 8 years since HUD published its New Certification Requirement Final Rule. 🖊️ 📋

This rule set standards for certified counselors to show core knowledge in topics like financial management, property maintenance, fair housing laws, and housing affordability. 🏠💲

You can be sure that every HUD certified housing 👩‍🏫 counselor has the skills and knowledge to help you achieve your goals. 🎓 💪 Learn more at HUD.gov/makehomethegoal.

The holiday season is joyful🌟, jolly 🎁, and expensive. 💸

The key to successful budgeting is accounting for special occasions. That’s why housing counselors work with you to develop a budget that’s right for your lifestyle, as well as your financial goals. 🤑

Connect with a housing counselor at HUD.gov/makehomethegoal.

Pro tip for homeowners: If you’re able to, try your hand at DIY! 🛠️💪

Some repairs might be easier than you think with a quick tutorial video 🎦 and a couple of tries, and it can end up saving you a lot! 🤑

Did you know housing counselors can help you plan and keep up with home maintenance🧰🏠? Talk to a local counselor about post-purchase planning at HUD.gov/findacounselor.