Resources
Homeownership
US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Buying a Home
USA.gov, How to Buy a Home with a Low Down Payment
US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Energy Efficient Mortgage Homeowner Guide
US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Local Home Buying Programs by State
Foreclosure Assistance
US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Avoiding Foreclosure
US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Foreclosure Counselors by State
MakingHomeAffordable.gov, List of Available Programs
Energy Efficient Living
US Department of Energy, Resources for Energy Efficient Homes
US Department of Energy, Energy Saving Tips
EnergyStar.gov, Tax Credits for Consumer Energy Efficiency
EnergyStar.gov, Saving Energy at Home
Instructional Resources
Hands on Banking® is designed for both self-paced, individual learning and classroom use. Here are resources to help you share this fun, free, and valuable program with groups of any size in four age groups.
Download the Instructor Guides
Each Guide is a PDF. You may print the entire document or selected pages.
• Adults Instructor Guide
1. Basics of Banking Services
2. Money Management Tools and Tips
3. Protect Yourself Financially
4. Using Credit to Your Advantage
5. Planning Your Future
6. Buying a Home
• Entrepreneurship Instructor Guide
1. Starting a Business
2. Managing a Business
3. Growing a Business
• Young Adults Instructor Guide
1. Getting Started
2. Earning $
3. Spending Smart
4. Save, Invest & Build Wealth
5. All About Credit
6. School & $