Lakewood has always been a community that values homeownership and fair treatment of renters and property owners. The city of Lakewood shares that long-standing commitment.
Linda Padilla-Smyth, Lakewood’s neighborhood preservation manager, can assist residents in learning more about Lakewood housing opportunities, especially for families of modest income. For information, call 562-866-9771, extension 2320, or 2321 or click here to go to the city's homes and neighborhoods pages.
Your rights and responsibilities as a property owner or a renter are detailed in legal guides prepared by the California State Bar Association. Click here to learn more.
The links below jump to state and federal agencies that offer a wealth of advice on finding a home, securing a home loan, or improvement assistance and protecting your property investment.
http://www.calhfa.ca.gov/ - The California Housing Finance Authority is a state agency that offers assistance programs for the first-time homebuyer.
www.fanniemaefoundation.org - This federal corporation creates affordable homeownership opportunities through partnerships and initiatives with builders and property owners.
www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/affordablehousing/index.cfm - This is the federal department of Housing and Urban Development's guide to affordable housing.
www.hud.gov/local/index.cfm - Information on purchasing a HUD-financed home.
www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/pred/predlend.cfm - HUD offers advice on avoiding predatory lending practices.
www.hud.gov/apps/section8/index.cfm - HUD also offers a federally-subsidized apartment search gateway.
www.hud.gov/buying/index.cfm - Know your rights as a homebuyer.
http://www.dca.ca.gov/legal/landlordbook/index.html - Know your rights and responsibilities in California if you are a renter or a landlord.
www.hud.gov/offices/fheo/seniors/index.cfm - Know your rights as a senior seeking affordable housing.
