The Equal Rights Center, FHA, and District of Columbia's Office on Human Rights are all working to protect homeowners from discrimination in housing, including appraisal discrimination, housing discrimination, and fair housing laws.

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The Biden-Harris Administration, D.C. and Prince George's County are working to increase Black homeownership through policies, programs, products, and partnerships, with the goal of closing the racial gap in homeownership.

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HomeFree-USA, in collaboration with lending partners like Wells Fargo, is helping renters become homeowners by providing guidance and preparation, including financial education and downpayment programs, to overcome the four biggest obstacles to homeownership – credit, debt, savings, and downpayment.

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Prince George's County's "Pathway to Purchase" program offers up to $25,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance for eligible first-time home buyers, in partnership with the State of Maryland's Mortgage Program and the Redevelopment Authority of Prince George's County.

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The National Association of REALTORS® has reached a settlement with home sellers, which will change the way real estate professionals communicate offers of compensation and require buyers to sign a written agreement before touring a home.

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TD Bank has committed to increasing homeownership by diversifying its mortgage salesforce, launching a Special Purpose Credit Program, expanding FICO score requirements, and creating TD's Fair Lending Center of Excellence to further reinforce and advance its commitment to fair and responsible banking.

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Buying a home is a major investment, so it's important to research and prepare for the process, including defining your wants and needs, understanding the home-buying process, comparing mortgage rates, and considering the pros and cons of a fixer-upper.

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Wells Fargo has partnered with the cast of "A Different World" to raise awareness and enrollment for HBCUs, while also providing resources on scholarships, career opportunities, homeownership, and building generational wealth.

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Estate planning is essential for transferring wealth to future generations, and it is important to regularly review your plan to ensure it continues to meet your needs.

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It is important to contact your mortgage company if facing financial challenges, as they may have programs available to assist, and it is best to reach out as soon as possible to avoid severe past due payments.

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