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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Black homeownership in the U.S. is still far behind that of other racial and ethnic groups, but initiatives and programs have been implemented to increase the number of Black homeowners, with the goal of providing financial stability and legacy building.

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The DC Department of Housing and Community Development is investing in the long-term economic stability of District families and communities by providing downpayment assistance, roof and gutter repairs, and assistance with transferring real property to potential heirs.

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The DC Housing Finance Agency is celebrating 45 years of service to the District by providing low-cost single-family mortgages and down payment assistance, as well as programs such as DC Open Doors and DC4ME to expand and retain homeownership opportunities.

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Five books are recommended for homeowners looking to renovate or redesign their living space, including "For the Love of Renovating" by Barry Brodelon & Jordan Slocum, "The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living With Less" by Christine Platt, "ADUs: The Perfect Housing Solution" by Sheri Koones, "Houseplants and Succulents for Dummies" by Steven A. Frowine, and "Woodworking: The Complete Step-by-Step Manual" by DK Publishing.

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Industrial Bank is committed to helping families achieve homeownership and build generational wealth through accessible mortgages and tailored financial services, empowering them to create long-term financial stability and economic growth in their communities.

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Marshall Heights Community Development Organization, Inc. offers comprehensive homeownership education, including prepurchase, financial, post-purchase, Home Equity Conversion Mortgage, Foreclosure Prevention, and Emergency Preparedness counseling, to help District of Columbia residents make informed decisions throughout the homeownership experience.

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