Mortgage Assistance in District of Columbia

Homeownership: District of Columbia

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

Assistance with buying a new home

Housing counseling agencies - free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages for your home

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

Other District of Columbia 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

District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency

District Department of the Environment's RiverSmart Homes Program - offers incentives to homeowners interested in reducing stormwater runoff from their properties

Veterans Affairs (VA) properties for sale