U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

HUD Offers U.S. homebuyers a wealth of resources about everything from federal home loans to filing housing discrimination complaints.

https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD/

Federal Housing Administration (FHA)

Provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders throughout the United States and its territories. FHA insures mortgages on single family and multifamily homes including manufactured homes and hospitals.

https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD/federal_housing_administration/

Veteran’s Administration (VA)

Offers loans to first-time homebuyers who are qualified veterans of the United States military. VA loans may be more forgiving of poor credit and have lower down payment and closing costs.

https://www.va.gov/

Fannie Mae

The leading source of residential mortgage credit in the U.S. secondary market, providing government-backed loans that enable families to buy, refinance, or rent a home. Fannie Mae’s website also provides information and resources for homebuyers.

https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD/

National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)

The largest trade organization in North America. NAR’s website offers information both for homebuyers and sellers, including research, reports, and a directory for finding REALTORS in your local area.

https://www.nar.realtor/

National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB)

The voice of the mortgage industry, representing the interests of mortgage professionals and homebuyers. Use NAMB’s directory to find a mortgage professional in your local area or check your mortgage broker’s credentials.

https://namb.org/