Schuylkill Community Action - Housing and Mortgage Counseling

225 North Centre Street, Pottsville, PA 17901

Eligibility

Must be a resident of Schuylkill County. Homeowners, prospective buyers, and renters, including older homeowners seeking HECM (reverse mortgage) counseling. Individuals seeking guidance on budgeting, mortgage or rent issues, foreclosure or eviction prevention, predatory lending, HEMAP, or housing options. No income restrictions for counseling services

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

(570) 622-1995

Voice

(570) 622-1995

Voice

(570) 622-4339

Fax

https://schuylkillcommunityaction.com/services/mortgage/

[email protected]

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Call to schedule a counseling session

Fees

Call for details

Service area

Schuylkill, PA

Description

Offers HUD-certified housing counselors to assist individuals and families in Schuylkill County with a wide range of housing needs. Services include: - Budgeting and Financial Counseling: Guidance to manage finances and achieve housing stability. - Mortgage and Foreclosure Prevention: Support for homeowners facing foreclosure, including assistance with HEMAP. - HECM (Reverse Mortgage) Counseling: For older homeowners considering a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage. - Eviction Prevention: Strategies and referrals to help renters avoid losing their housing. - Predatory Lending Education: Identify and avoid risky lending practices. - Housing Options for Buyers & Renters: Counseling and resources to explore affordable housing, first-time homebuying, and rental opportunities. All services comply with Equal Housing Opportunity guidelines.

What's Here

Eviction Prevention Assistance Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling Predatory Lending Awareness Programs Foreclosure Prevention Loan Modification/Refinancing Programs Mortgage Payment Assistance

Providing organization

Schuylkill Community Action

Dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting self-sufficiency for individuals and families in Schuylkill County. SCA offers a wide range of programs and services, including housing counseling, home repair and weatherization assistance, food distribution through the Schuylkill Food Network, financial literacy education, and case management. By connecting people with resources, education, and advocacy, SCA works to strengthen communities and help residents achieve long-term stability and independence.