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  • Homebuying Guide

    OHFA Homebuyer Guide Helps Ohioans Reach Their Homeownership Goals

    OHFA's newest Homebuyer Guide provides the resources and planning tools Ohioans need when they start their homeownership journey. It includes a step-by-step overview of how to plan for and where to start the path toward purchasing a home.

  • Training Milestone

    OHFA Celebrates Milestones in Training Real Estate Professionals

    Since 2014, OHFA has conducted more than 600 education classes and outreach events throughout all 88 counties in Ohio. The Agency has trained more than 30,000 real estate professionals, lenders, counseling partners, and members of the public on the benefits of OHFA's programs.

  • How to Find a Lender

    How to Find a Lender

    Selecting the right mortgage lender is one of the most important decisions in the homebuying process. Mortgage lenders play a crucial role in helping a homebuyer understand the key financial indicators that comprise the mortgage preapproval process.

  • OHFA Staffing Updates

    OHFA Announces New Staff, Board Members, and Employee Promotions

    OHFA is proud to share that Adam Powell, Zach Boraby, and April Seib have joined the agency, and Madiha Maqsood has been promoted. Four non-voting members have also been appointed to OHFA's Board: Ohio State Reps. Allison Russo and Brian Lorenz and Ohio Sens. Michelle Reynolds and Hershel Craig.

  • Credit Scores

    Navigating the Homebuying Process: Credit Scores

    A good credit score is essential for many aspects of financial wellbeing, and the score plays a crucial role in the homebuying process. Mortgage lenders heavily rely on credit scores to assess risk and determine loan eligibility and terms.