Are you interested in becoming a homeowner? Not sure if it's the right choice for you? Then learn more about what decisions first-time homebuyers need to make�and decide if you want to own your own home.

Visit HUD's Homeownership page... You'll find valuable information in English or Spanish - and learn how you can turn your monthly rent payment into an investment in your future, and live your own American Dream!

Want to help a friend or family member become a homeowner? Just tell them to go to homeownership - easy to remember - to learn more about homebuying options. And if they want to view or download one of HUD's most popular publications - "100 Questions and Answers about Buying a New Home," tell them to type www.hud.gov/newhomebuyer into their Internet browser. It could help you - or someone you care about - find the key to buying a home of your own!

Visitors to HUD's website and all HUD employees have several handy "windows" on HUD's world. Follow the links below to learn about everything from the latest HUD initiatives and national program actions, to what's happening in the communities HUD serves - maybe even yours!

Read about HUD's major initiatives (the '04 Proposed HUD Budget, Faith-Based and Community Group info and more). Make it a 'Bookmark' or 'Favorite' to return quickly anytime. Or check out the Local Pages for HUD news and information from across the nation, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.