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title: Overall Guidance on the Homebuying Process
description: Tips for home buying and the beginning process of buying real estate. From mortgage loans to closings... see what we have for you.
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# [Overall Guidance on the Homebuying Process](https://university.hometraq.io/overall-guidance-on-the-homebuying-process)

 Written by [Jeffrey Che](https://university.hometraq.io/author/jeffrey-che) | Dec 14, 2019 12:29:31 AM

**fanniemae.com:** The KnowYourOptions section of the Fannie Mae website provides  
a variety of resources, including several calculators and lists of housing counselors and lenders.

**freddiemac.com:** Freddie Mac provides an interactive homebuyer guide, **My Home by Freddie Mac®**, as well as information  
on maintaining healthy credit habits. The CreditSmart® guide is available in both English and Spanish.

**Housing Counselors.**

**hud.gov:** HUD’s website includes lists of agencies that are approved by HUD to provide housing counseling.

**knowyouroptions.com:** This website created by Fannie Mae provides links to housing resources and credit counseling.

**Real Estate Owner (REO) Properties.**

**hud.gov:** With the HUD website, you can access lists of homes for sale by several federal agencies, as well as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

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