Housing Counseling
HUD provides support to a nationwide network of Housing Counseling Agencies to assist homeowners and renters in making responsible choices to address their unique housing needs.
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Upcoming Training Sessions
View and register for upcoming Housing Counseling trainings sponsored by HUD and HUD’s partners.
Latest Updates Out of OHC
Explore updates from OHC.
Updated Find a Housing Counselor Tools:
- New HCA Locator Tool
- New Calling Services
Agency Approval and Certification
Review criteria to participate in HUD’s Housing Counseling Program.
Policy Guidance
Review regulations and policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs)
Program Handbook: 7610.1, Rev-5
Program Regulations: 24 CFR Part 214
Mortgagee Letters
Systems and Reporting
Learning Pathway
Become a HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Agency
Learn the process of becoming a HUD-approved Housing Counseling Agency, determine whether your organization meets the qualifying criteria, and prepare to apply.
News and Announcements
New FEMA Major and Emergency Disaster Declarations
Date Posted: August 02, 2022Materials Posted: Housing Counseling: Increasing Access to Pre-Purchase Counseling Symposium
Date Posted: July 29, 2022Reminder for HCAs: Please Submit HUD-9902 Third Quarter Report
Date Posted: July 22, 2022