MassHousing remains open and will continue to provide mission-critical business during this unprecedented period of time. For additional details, view

• Announcement 2020.12: New Income Limits & Forms; CU Risk Scores; COVID-19 Flexibilities; FHA Mortgage Insurance Certificates (June 18, 2020) - (revised 7/24/2020)
• Announcement 2020.11: MassHousing's response to updated guidance addressed in Fannie Mae Lender Letter 2020-03 and Freddie Mac Bulletin 2020-17 and 2020-19 (May 29, 2020)
• Announcement 2020.10: Response to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s Updates and Extension to Flexibilities (May 13, 2020) - (revised 7/24/2020)
• Announcement 2020.09: Early Payment Default Due to COVID-19 (April 28, 2020)
• Announcement 2020.08: Updates on Conventional Loan Appraisal Flexibilities for Condo Projects and Acquisition Cost Limits (April 24, 2020) - (revised 7/24/2020)
• Announcement 2020.07: Closing/Pre-purchase Temporary Overlays - Temporary Employment/Income Requirements - Guidelines on Loans in Forbearance (April 9, 2020)
• Announcement 2020.06: Product Updates and Additional Temporary Flexibilities (April 3, 2020) - (revised 7/24/2020)

Homebuyer Education Update

Please be advised that many Housing Counseling Agencies may be closed to outside guests at this time. However, many are working remotely and offer online education as an option as well as virtual classes in a webinar format. See our Homebuyer Education Agency list for the Agencies offering online education. Please note the Certificate homebuyers receive is the same whether they complete the course online or in person. If you are having trouble reaching an Agency, please contact CHAPA at 617-742-0820.