Fannie Mae America’s largest supplier of conventional home mortgage funds. Since its beginning in 1968, Fannie Mae has helped more than 30 million families achieve the dream of homeownership.

Freddie Mac A shareholder-owned corporation chartered by Congress in 1970 to create a continuous flow of funds to mortgage lenders. Since its inception, Freddie Mac has been involved in the financing of one out of every six homes in America.

HUD The Department of Housing and Urban Development. HUD’s mission is to increase homeownership, support community development and increase access to affordable housing free from discrimination.

VA The official homepage for the Department of Veterans Affairs, providing benefits and other services to veterans, their families and beneficiaries.

Small Business Administration (SBA) The SBA's mission is to maintain and strengthen the nation's economy by aiding, counseling, assisting and protecting the interests of small businesses and by helping families and businesses recover from national disasters.

National Association of Home Builders Promotes interest in home building and the industry. The site contains vast resources for both members and consumers alike.

House Banking Committee The Committee oversees the entire financial services industry, including the securities, insurance, banking, and housing industries. The Committee also oversees the work of the Federal Reserve, the Treasury, the SEC, and other financial services regulators.