Mortgage & Real Estate Resources

Your comprehensive directory of official government agencies, top lenders, industry associations, and educational resources for informed homebuying decisions.

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Government Agencies & Programs

Federal Housing Administration (FHA)

Official FHA website with loan programs, requirements, and approved lenders.

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Official VA home loan benefits and eligibility information for veterans.

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USDA Rural Development

Official USDA rural housing loan programs and eligibility maps.

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)

Government resource for homebuying process, mortgage shopping, and consumer protection.

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Fannie Mae

Government-sponsored enterprise providing mortgage market liquidity and homeownership programs.

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Freddie Mac

Government-sponsored enterprise offering mortgage programs and market data.

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Industry Associations

Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

Leading trade association for mortgage banking industry with market data and education.

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National Association of Realtors (NAR)

Largest trade association for real estate professionals with market statistics.

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National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB)

Professional association for mortgage brokers and loan originators.

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American Bankers Association (ABA)

Trade association representing banks and financial institutions.

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Top Mortgage Lenders

Quicken Loans/Rocket Mortgage

Leading online mortgage lender with digital application process.

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Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

Major bank offering comprehensive mortgage products and services.

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Chase Home Lending

Large bank with extensive mortgage lending and refinancing options.

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Bank of America Home Loans

Major lender offering various mortgage programs and first-time buyer assistance.

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Better Mortgage

Digital mortgage lender focused on streamlined online experience.

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LoanDepot

Non-bank lender offering mortgage and refinancing services.

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Real Estate Websites

Zillow

Leading real estate platform with home values, listings, and market data.

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Realtor.com

Official site of the National Association of Realtors with MLS listings.

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Redfin

Real estate brokerage with technology-driven home buying and selling.

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Trulia

Real estate search platform with neighborhood insights and market trends.

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Homes.com

Real estate listings with detailed property information and local market data.

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Educational Resources

HUD Housing Counseling

Find HUD-approved housing counselors for free homebuying education.

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Freddie Mac CreditSmart

Free homebuyer education courses and financial literacy resources.

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Fannie Mae HomeView

Online homebuyer education course recognized by many lenders.

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National Endowment for Financial Education

Non-profit providing financial education and homeownership resources.

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Calculators & Tools

Freddie Mac Mortgage Calculator

Official mortgage payment calculator with detailed breakdown.

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CFPB Explore Interest Rates

Government tool to explore mortgage interest rates by location and loan type.

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Fannie Mae Affordability Calculator

Calculate how much home you can afford with various loan programs.

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Market Data & Research

Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey

Weekly mortgage rate trends and historical data.

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MBA Mortgage Applications Survey

Weekly mortgage application volume and market activity data.

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NAR Existing Home Sales

Monthly existing home sales statistics and market analysis.

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