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Oregon Property Buyer AdvisoryOregon Property Buyer's Advisory PDF

Provides guidance on the home buying process, financing, inspections, etc.

Oregon Real Estate Complaint ProcessComplaint Process

Explains how to file a complaint about a real estate licensee.

Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

The CCB is a state agency that protects consumers by regulating construction contracting businesses. Find a licensed contractor through their web site.

Fair Housing Council of OregonFair Housing Council of Oregon

The Fair Housing Council provides education and outreach services explaining fair housing laws, as well as enforcement and investigations following complaints of fair housing violations.

Fannie Mae and Freddie MacFannie Mae and Freddie Mac

Provides financial products and services that make it possible for low-, moderate-, and middle-income families to buy homes of their own. Fannie Mae offers a list of resources for homeowners on their site. Freddie Mac also provides homeowners with many helpful resources.

NeighborWorks AmericaNeighborWorks Home Buying Guides

These home buying guides feature information on choosing a mortgage, knowing and understanding your credit, owning a home, and more.

National Association of RealtorsNational Association of Realtors®

Find a home, a Realtor®, a lender, helpful tips for home buyers and sellers and much more on this comprehensive site.

American Society of Home InspectorsOregon Association of Home Inspectors

A regional chapter of America's largest and most recognized organization for home inspectors, this site offers consumers information on home inspections, as well as guidelines on choosing a professional home inspector.

Oregon Association of RealtorsOregon Association of REALTORS®

The Association is the REALTORS®' real estate business advocate, a force for education and a legislative advocate for free enterprise and private property rights in Oregon.

Oregon Property Buyer AdvisoryOregon Real Estate Agency

The Oregon Real Estate Agency is the state agency responsible for regulating real estate activity, including licensing of real estate brokers, and property managers.

US Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

The federal agency is responsible for national policy and programs that address America's housing needs, and for enforcing fair housing laws. Their site offers useful information on becoming a homeowner.