I’ve compiled a short list of housing resource websites, with the list being weighted toward Illinois residents and their residential real estate.

• Affordable Housing Resources (grants, legal assistance, senior services) in Du Page County: http://pfho.org/service_providers/categories.php?c=22
• Affordable Housing Resources (grants, legal assistance, senior services) in Cook County: http://pfho.org/service_providers/categories.php?c=16
• Illinois Association Of Realtors consumer website: http://www.YourIllinoisHome.com
• U.S. Housing & Urban Development website for homeowner counseling: http://www.hud.gov
• Illinois Legal Aid: http://www.IllinoisLegalAid.org
• Federal Housing Administration: http://www.FHA.gov
• Our Own Home, Illinois Treasurer’s Office loan and finance: http://www.OurOwnHome.com
• Neighborhood Works America Center for Foreclosure Solutions: http://www.nw.org