- Kim Clark, AE, GAD
HUD - Thinking About Buying a Home
www.hud.gov/topics/buying_a_home
Thinking about buying a home? We have information that can help! Got questions? Talk to one of our housing counselors! How to buy a HUD home.
Need Help?
1. Figure out how much you can afford
2. Know your rights
Fair Housing: Equal Opportunity for All - brochure
3. Shop for a loan
4. Learn about homebuying programs
Let FHA help you (FHA loan programs offer lower downpayments and are a good option for first-time homebuyers!)
HUD's special homebuying programs
Good Neighbor Next Door (formerly known as Teacher/Officer/Firefighter Next Door)
Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program (Section 184)
5. Shop for a home
Wish list - what features do you want?
Home-shopping checklist? take this list with you when comparing homes
Homes for sale (including HUD homes)
6. Make an offer
7. Get a home inspection
For Your Protection Get a Home Inspection
8. Shop for homeowners insurance
9. Sign papers