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BECOMING HUD APPROVEDBECOMING HUD APPROVED
Overview
Program Administration Program Goals and Objectives Benefits of HUD Approval Approval Criteria Housing Counseling Resources Qualifications Application Process
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Housing Counseling Program Objectives Housing Counseling Program Objectives
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Provide basic housing counseling services Outreach to potential first-time
homebuyers Enable clients to become more
knowledgeable about housing programs Assist renters to locate and qualify for
assisted rental units Help eligible homeowners obtain affordable
housing Help homeowners avoid foreclosure or
evictions
Housing Counseling Program Goals
Housing Counseling Program Goals
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Reduce losses to Single Family (SF) insurance fund Reduce mortgage defaults and foreclosures
Reduce losses to Multifamily (MF) insurance fund caused by rent delinquencies and evictions
Increase Homeownership participation Stabilize and Revitalize Communities Promote Economic Growth Assist homeless, renters, and potential and
distressed homeowners
Benefits of HUD Approval5
Eligible to apply for HUD Housing Counseling Grants
Eligible for Community Development Block Grants through local governments
Have access to a larger audience through HUD’s web site/toll-free number
Receive technical assistance and training from HUD
Other Benefits 6
Form partnerships with local municipalities or state agencies to administer housing programs
Form partnerships with other housing industry members
Apply for grants from other financial institutions, nonprofits, or local governments
Acquire 501 (C) (3) Tax Exempt Status
Acquire a 501 (C) (3) status from the Internal Revenue Service if you do not already have one.
It establishes a protective layer between your church, mosque, temple, etc; and provides the legal responsibilities associated with provision of social services.
A 501 (C) (3) Non-Profit organization is a Business.
It is operated according to sound business principles.
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Why Plan?
“Will you tell me please, which way I ought to go from here?” said Alice.
“That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the cat.
“I don’t much care where,” said Alice.
“Then it doesn't matter which way you go,” said the cat.
Design a Housing Counseling Plan
Develop a comprehensive housing counseling and education program plan which includes: Type of services Provided Experience Staff Facilities Budget Target Area
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Identify Your Resources
Approval depends on how you demonstrate that you have adequate resources needed to run a successful Housing Counseling Program. Partnerships/Community Resources Funding Resources
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Focus on Your Community
HUD requires that you serve the community in which you are located. You must identify: Your area population Social economic Factors (NEED in
Community) Racial & Ethnic make-up of the population Age and condition of the housing
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Get Started
Evaluate your present program structure.
Identify your outcomes Describe anticipated results to be achieved
What has changed because you were funded Secure needed documentation. Have clear understanding of the process. Prepare to submit.
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APPROVAL
Notice of Approval. If the application package meets all requirements, HUD has the ability to approve an agency for a period of up to three years.
HUD will advise the agency of its approval in the form of an approval letter to the agency's main office.
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SUBMIT APPLICATION 14
Local/Multi-state applications:
Atlanta Homeownership CenterAttn: Gayle F. Knowlson, Director
Single Family, Program Support Division
40 Marietta Street, 9th FloorAtlanta, GA 30303Phone: 404 331-5001, ext. 2345
Contact Information
Carolyn Hogans, Branch Chief
Phone: (404) 331-5001 ext. 2129
Email: E.Carolyn.Hogans@HUD.Gov
Tracy Fields, Housing Program Specialist
Phone: 404-331-5001 x2126
Email: Tracy.C.Fields@HUD.Gov
Vivien King, Housing Program Specialist
Phone: 404-331-5001 x2096
Email: Vivien.T.King@Hud.Gov
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