Budgets don’t fail—budgets without context fail. Too often, clients leave counseling sessions with a “perfect” budget on paper that unravels within weeks. This 90-minute interactive webinar is designed for housing and financial counselors at all experience levels who want to move beyond static worksheets and help clients build sustainable, adaptable budgets that hold up in […]
Fair Housing in Action: Preventing Bias and Advancing Equity provides a practical overview of fair housing laws and compliance responsibilities. The course focuses on identifying and preventing bias while reinforcing legal and ethical obligations to provide equitable services. A review of best practices that support fair access of housing and reduce the risk of discriminatory […]
This training is a three-part webinar series designed to prepare HUD certified housing counselors to pass the HECM exam. Over three 3-hour sessions participants will review key study materials, receive clear explanations of core HECM topics, and work through practice questions and real-world scenarios. The course provides a detailed breakdown of the HECM Counseling Protocol, […]
Join Joseph Dean, NCRC’s Racial Economic Equity Junior Research Specialist, at the Penn BLSA 38th Annual Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander Commemorative Conference. Hosted at the University of Pennsylvania Law School on February 21, 2026, this conference will feature a full day of insightful discussions and valuable networking opportunities. The event honors the legacy of […]
Jesse Van Tol, NCRC President and CEO will speak at an event entitled The New Era of Small Business Finance: Access, AI, and Accountability hosted by The Aspen Institute’s Business Ownership Initiative and the Responsible Business Lending Coalition. The event will focus on the future of the small business economy and access to capital.
Cost: Members free / Non-members $50 In today’s rapidly changing housing market, homebuyers are navigating rising interest rates, limited inventory, affordability challenges, and increased uncertainty. Housing counselors play a critical role in helping clients make informed, confident decisions—especially during volatile market conditions. This webinar will equip beginner and intermediate housing counselors with practical strategies to […]
This session will show entrepreneurs how to leverage LinkedIn to grow their business, showcase their expertise and attract paying clients. Participants will learn how to optimize their profiles, create engaging content, build meaningful connections and strategically use LinkedIn to generate leads and opportunities. By the end of the session, attendees will have actionable strategies to […]
In the third webinar of our 5-part series on SNAP E&T, NCRC’s Economic Mobility team will cover SNAP E&T's 50/50 reimbursement model and learn how to develop budgets that maximize funding while maintaining program quality. Participants will learn about allowable costs, match requirements, and financial reporting obligations, with practical examples of budget development and revenue […]
HUD-approved housing counseling agencies: Join us for an informational webinar to learn more about the application process to receive grant support for your direct service to clients, while building your agency’s knowledge on how to address heirs’ property challenges and ensure your homebuying clients retain their intergenerational wealth. The Field Empowerment Fund (FEF) empowers NCRC […]
Cost: Members free / Non-members $50 Every client brings a unique story, and for many veterans, seniors, and immigrant families, that story includes real challenges in finding and keeping safe, stable housing. This 90-minute webinar helps housing counselors better understand and address the complex needs of these often-underserved communities. Participants will explore how trauma, cultural […]
Banks have the capital to be a catalyst for change in your neighborhood and can be critical community partners. Join us to learn about the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and explore how the CRA can be used to increase reinvestment in your communities. This presentation will also cover how NCRC uses the CRA to secure […]
Daily schedule: Monday through Thursday - 3 hours a day (2pm - 5pm EST). Friday - 4.5 hours (12:30pm - 5pm EST) Cost: Members $100 / Non-members $300 This live, instructor-led HUD Housing Counselor Certification Exam Prep course runs March 23–27 and is designed to help housing professionals confidently prepare for the HUD Certification Exam […]
