NID-HCA is a Diverse Network of Advocacy Groups and individuals, organizations, housing Counselors, real estate professionals, community groups, civic organizations and faith-based organizations committed to ensuring fair housing opportunities for all in urban/minority communities throughout the country.

In 1947 The National Association of Real Estate Brokers was founded by African America real estate professionals out of a need to secure the right to equal housing opportunities regardless of race, creed or color.

NID-Housing Counseling Agencies offer First-Time Homebuyer Education workshops which holistically combines all aspects of pre-and post-purchase counseling in one program.

homebuyer education program is designed to meet the needs of persons with little or no knowledge of the homebuying process and is formatted to equip every client with the information needed to make an informed home buying decision.


This Service is offered in both counseling and education formats and the following topics will be covered in-depth.

Advice regarding readiness and preparation for homeownership
Federal Housing Administration insured financing
Housing selection and mobility
Housing search assistance
Fair Housing
Fair lending and predatory lending
Budgeting and credit
Loan product and feature comparison
Purchase procedures and closing costs
Money Management (does not include debt management programs)
Selecting a real estate agent
Home inspection


Contact Details :

Telephone: 510-268-9792
FAX: 510-268-8776
E-mail: nidnational@nidonline.org

Address :

National Office headquarters NID Housing Counseling Agency
7677 Oakport street
suite 1030 Oakland CA 94621