Web Site Resources for Consumers

Useful links to assist you with the sale and purchase of your home.
 
Energyguide.com
Provides an easy way to assess energy use and get quick tips on saving energy.

Environmental Protection Agency
A one-stop shop for advice on testing for and mitigating pollutants, from lead paint to radon to mold.

Equifax
A source of credit reports. 

Experian
A source of credit reports. 

Federal Citizen Information Center
Offers a list of consumer articles about home sales, financing, and maintenance. 

Ginnie Mae
Provides advice to Buyer's on affordability and homeownership, including calculators. 

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Affairs
Offers advice to Buyer's on finance, fair housing, and more. 

ImproveNet
Provides links to contractors and architects for remodeling projects for Buyer's and repair services for sellers. For a small charge, Buyer's can use the site’s Estimators to determine how much renovating a property they’re considering would cost. 

Moving.com
Helps Buyer's and sellers with packing tips and timetables, online mover links, and places to store belongings so that homes look less cluttered.

REALTOR.com
Offers consumer information for Buyer's and sellers as well as home listings and links to service providers. 

Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC)
Offers a homebuyer’s kit with useful information and checklists. 

Trans Union Corporation
A source of credit reports.