Obama Help To Buy A House Site

Launched in 2009, this was the primary umbrella for Obama-era housing relief.

It was later extended to include "long-time residents" (repeat buyers) with a credit of up to $6,500. obama help to buy a house

Reduced monthly mortgage payments for struggling homeowners. Launched in 2009, this was the primary umbrella

Introduced shorter, clearer mortgage disclosure forms to ensure families understood their loans. Launched in 2009

The administration focused on preventing future predatory lending.

Allowed "underwater" homeowners (those who owed more than their home was worth) to refinance at lower rates.