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Free mortgage education for everyone. Guides, articles, and tools to help you make confident homebuying decisions.

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Popular Starting Points

Not sure where to begin? These three tools help most visitors get started.

Pre-Qualify

See if you qualify for a mortgage in minutes.

Credit Readiness

Check your credit profile and get an action plan.

DPA Checker

Find down payment assistance programs in your area.

Getting Started

Everything you need to begin your homeownership journey.

First-Time Buyer Guide

The complete guide to buying your first home in 2026, from finances to closing day.

Homebuying Masterclass

Every step of the homebuying process, covering both the mortgage and real estate sides.

Homebuying Steps

Your complete 8-step roadmap from budget to keys.

Loan Programs

Compare mortgage options and find the right fit.

Compare Loan Programs

Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and Non-QM explained side by side with eligibility requirements.

Refinance Guide

Should you refinance? Learn about rate-and-term, cash-out, and streamline options.

Rehab Loans Guide

FHA 203(k) and HomeStyle renovation loans to buy and fix in one mortgage.

Financial Planning

Prepare your finances for homeownership.

Budgeting Hub

The step-by-step affordability playbook: budget, DTI, buying power, and payment.

Down Payment Assistance

Over 2,600 DPA programs with up to $25,000 in grants. Find yours.

Debt Consolidation

How refinancing can eliminate high-interest debt and improve monthly cash flow.

Homeownership

Guides for current and future homeowners.

HELOC Guide

HELOCs explained: how they work, risks, and when they make sense.

Homeowners Insurance

The 6 standard coverages, what it costs, and what you need before closing.

HUD-Approved Counseling Agencies

Free or low-cost housing counseling is available through HUD-approved agencies. These nonprofits can help with budgeting, credit repair, and homebuyer education.

Why HUD Counseling Matters

HUD-approved counselors are trained and certified to help you navigate the homebuying process. Many DPA programs require completion of a HUD-approved homebuyer education course. These services are free or very low cost.

Find a Counselor Near You

Use the official HUD counselor search tool to find approved agencies in your area.

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