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.
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: June 24, 2022Register Today: 2022 Housing Counseling Community Conference – August 9-11, 2022
Date Posted: June 17, 2022New Housing Counseling Agency Locator Tools
Date Posted: June 08, 2022