Counseling resources

The Federal government provides housing counselors, which you can access via the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau or Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) or by calling (800) 569–4287.

The Federal-State Unemployment Insurance Program offers benefits to unemployed people who meet state eligibility requirements. Visit CareerOneStop.org to learn about your state’s requirements.

Counseling is also available at no charge from HUD-approved counselors through the HOPE Hotline: (888) 995-HOPE. This housing counseling on-demand service is available 24 hours a day/7-days a week.