A nonprofit dedicated to educating and empowering current and future homeowners in Washington state

Do you need help now?

Use our online portal or the hotline number to contact us. Free interpretation services are available by phone in over 220 languages.

Deep roots in Washington?

You could be eligible for the new Covenant Homeownership Program, which offers help with the down payment on a home. This program may be for you if:

You or a parent/grandparent lived in Washington state before 1968
That person is Black, Hispanic, Indigenous, or in another racial group identified in the Covenant study
You meet income guidelines for the program
Call WHRC today to learn more!

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We are a proud partner in the Black Home Initiative!

The Black Home Initiative (BHI) is a new regional effort to increase the Black homeownership rate in South Seattle, South King County, and North Pierce County.

More Services & Resources

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Facing Foreclosure

There are steps you can take that may help you avoid foreclosure.

Buying a Home

Get informed. Reach your goals. Homebuyer assistance can help.

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Repair Assistance

Help may be available to repair, maintain, or modify your home.

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Other Resources

Even after you buy your home, you may need help or have questions.

Questions about homeownership?WHRC is here to help.

We can help you connect to vetted tools and resources to help you achieve your homeownership dream and succeed as a homeowner.

Pre-Purchase Homebuyer Education Classes or Housing Counseling
Down-Payment Assistance Programs or other help buying a home
Foreclosure Prevention Housing Counseling
Foreclosure Prevention Legal Aid
Home Repair or Home Modification Assistance
Payment Assistance Programs (Availability varies. Call for information)