Housing
The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development is responsible for national policy and programs that address America’s housing needs, improve our nation’s communities, and enforce fair housing laws. Visit their website to learn more about buying a home, avoiding foreclosure, finding rental assistance, applying for a grant, talking to a housing counselor, filing a Fair Housing Discrimination Complaint, and other housing related issues.

Agency Information

United States Department of Housing and Urban Development 
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is responsible for national policy and programs that address America’s housing needs, improve our nation’s communities, and enforce fair housing laws.  Visit their website to learn more about buying a home, avoiding foreclosure, finding rental assistance, applying for a grant, talking to a housing counselor, filing a Fair Housing Discrimination Complaint, and other housing related issues.


Resources

Illinois Housing and Urban Development

Illinois Approved Housing Counseling Agencies

Affordable Apartment Search

Fair Market Rent Data

FHA Mortgage Limits

Approved Appraiser Finder

Lender Locator

Loan Estimator Calculator

Foreclosure Avoidance Counseling



Frequently Asked Questions

Where Can I find HUD approved housing counseling agencies?
HUD sponsors housing counseling agencies throughout the country that can provide advice on buying a home, renting, defaults, foreclosures, and credit issues. To learn more about these agencies visit the Illinois Approved Housing Counseling Agency webpage.

Where Can I find official HUD forms?
Official HUD forms used in all programs and other commonly used forms are available online to print and download. Printed forms can be ordered online through the Direct Distribution System or by telephone at (800) 767-7468.