Related Links and Tools

The sites listed below are links to housing related sites that are outside of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's (MSHDA) web site. These links are provided as a courtesy to our users and are intended for informational purposes only. We are not responsbile for the accuracy or content of any external sites.

Prevent Loan Scams
Learn more about the Loan Modification Scam Prevention Network 

Could You Qualify for a Mortgage?
Bankrate.com has many different mortgage calculators that may help you to determine if you are ready to purchase a home, how much of a mortgage you can afford, and how much your monthly payments might be.*

*Approvals or rejections provided by these services do not necessarily indicate the decision MSHDA would reach if an application were submitted to it.

Fair Housing
MSHDA's Fair Housing Policy and Related Links

Federal Reserve Board
Shopping For A Mortgage - 5 tips from the Federal Reserve

Michigan Association of REALTORS® 
Looking for a new home? Visit Michigan Association of REALTORS® to find a REALTOR® in your area and use the tips and resources available there.

Michigan Department of Treasury - Property Tax Estimator
Visit the Millage Rate database and Property Tax Estimator to estimate current property taxes as well as compare property taxes and millage rates with other local units throughout Michigan.

Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association
The Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association has many useful tools for the home buying consumer.

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
HUD in Michigan highlights and features
Learn how to Buy a HUD Home