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Free Guides for Homebuyers and Families
Short, plain-English guides you can put to work this week. Free, always.
The First-Time Homebuyer Roadmap
Every step from saving and credit to closing day, in plain English.
Read the Guide →5 min readDown Payment Assistance: What It Is and How to Find It
Grants, forgivable loans and low-down-payment options many buyers don't know about.
Read the Guide →6 min readHow to Improve Your Credit Before You Buy
Free steps that can raise your score and lower your mortgage rate.
Read the Guide →6 min readFHA, VA, USDA or Conventional? Comparing Loan Types
How the most common mortgage types differ on down payment, credit and costs.
Read the Guide →5 min readHow Much House Can I Really Afford?
Build a comfortable budget that includes the costs lenders don't show you.
Read the Guide →5 min readAvoiding Homebuying Scams and Costly Deals
Red flags in wire fraud, rent-to-own and owner-financing offers.
Read the Guide →Get a Free Homebuyer Consult
No cost, no obligation, nothing to buy. Just honest homebuying guidance from a nonprofit that doesn't sell homes or loans.