A National Association of Mortgage Brokers Initiative

Find the right home. Keep it.

NAMB Cares is our charitable arm and our commitment to the people behind every closing. We back the loan originators who guide families to the right home, and we help those families stay in it.

Give back Support for the communities our members live and work in.

Equip originators Tools and training to help borrowers choose well.

Protect homeownership Resources that help families stay in their homes.

Our Mission

Three ways NAMB Cares shows up

A mortgage is more than a transaction. It is the start of a family's next chapter. NAMB Cares works at every stage of that story.

Give Back

The charitable heart of NAMB. We channel member generosity into causes that strengthen families and communities.

  • Member-led giving and volunteer days
  • Community partnerships
  • Support for neighbors in need

Find the Right Home

We help loan originators guide borrowers to a home and a loan that truly fit their lives and budgets.

  • Education on loan options and programs
  • Borrower-friendly guides originators can share
  • Best practices for clear, honest advice

Stay in the Home

Getting the keys is the start. We give originators and families the knowledge to handle what comes next.

  • Financial wellness and budgeting basics
  • Early-help guidance when payments get tight
  • Connections to trusted housing resources
For Loan Originators

You change lives. We back you up.

Great originators do more than close loans. They match families with homes they can afford to keep. NAMB Cares gives you the tools to do that work with confidence.

  • Training that sharpens how you match borrowers to programs Learn what fits, explain it plainly, and build trust.
  • Ready-to-share resources for your clients Simple guides on budgeting, readiness, and homeownership.
  • A community of peers who share what works Learn alongside originators who put borrowers first.

The homeowner journey

  1. 1
    Prepare Help borrowers understand their budget and options before they shop.
  2. 2
    Match Find the home and loan that fit their goals, not just their approval.
  3. 3
    Close with clarity Explain every step so nothing surprises them at the table.
  4. 4
    Stay Keep the conversation going so families have support when life changes.
Sustaining Homeownership

Because the goal is a home that lasts

Life happens. A job changes, a bill spikes, a family grows. NAMB Cares helps originators spot the signs early and point families toward help.

Learn

Financial wellness

Plain-language education on budgeting, credit, and building a cushion.

Notice

Early warning signs

Guidance for originators on starting the conversation before a missed payment.

Connect

Trusted resources

Pathways to housing counselors and servicer options that can help. Get mortgage help

Stay

Long-term support

Check-ins and tools that keep homeowners confident for years after closing.

Need Help Now?

Behind on your mortgage? Start here.

Help is available, and the sooner you act, the more options you have. Our Mortgage Help guide walks homeowners through what to do, who to call, and what to expect. Loan originators can share it with clients.

General education only. It is not legal or financial advice. Confirm details with your servicer, a HUD-approved housing counselor, or the agency backing your loan.

Five first steps

  1. 1
    Call your mortgage servicer Ask what help is available.
  2. 2
    Talk to a HUD-approved housing counselor Free help at 800-569-4287.
  3. 3
    Know your loan type Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, VA, USDA, or other.
  4. 4
    Request a loss mitigation application Keep a record of every call and document.
  5. 5
    Answer every letter and meet every deadline Missed deadlines can close doors.
Get Involved

There is a place for everyone

Whether you give your time, your expertise, or your support, you help a family find a home and keep it.

Members

Volunteer, mentor, and share your experience with originators and families in your community.

Volunteer

Industry Partners

Sponsor programs, co-create resources, and put your expertise behind homeownership education.

Partner With Us

Supporters

Give to NAMB Cares and help fund the education and community work that keeps families home.

Give Today

Every closing is a beginning

Join NAMB Cares and help build a mortgage industry that puts families first, from the first showing to the fifteenth anniversary in the home.

NAMB Cares is an initiative of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers.
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