Who qualifies for Housing
Counseling
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Anyone interested in purchasing their
own home
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Anyone who wishes to be a renter
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Anyone who is homeless or at risk of
becoming homeless
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Anyone who is having difficulty paying
their rent or utilities can be helped with financial planning tools,
either short or long term.
IHFA Housing Counselors can help
potential homebuyers:
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Repair their credit
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Develop a budget with homeownership in
mind
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Find loans and grants appropriate for
the individual’s solutions.
IHFA Housing Counselors can help
potential renters:
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Apply for Housing Assistance
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Prioritize and budgeting for housing
stability
Post-Purchase referrals should be to the Mortgage Service Department:
1-800-526-7145
Other housing referrals may be made to the HIRC housing hotline
1-877-438-4472
