Whether you want to fix a faucet or add a new addition to your home, you need to know the facts and the pitfalls of home improvements. Here are some sources that can help.

FEDERAL PROGRAMS

• About HUD’s rehabilitation and repair home loan
  • Program Description
• Q&As about HUD’s rehabilitation and repair loan
• HUD's property improvement loan
• HUD-approved Lenders
• HOME program
• HOME program local contacts
• Rural Home Improvement and Repair Loans/Grants
• Protect Yourself: Deceptive Home Improvement Contractors

• ImproveNet
• Learn how to make basic home repairs
• National Renovation Lenders Association