Pro-Home, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation based in Taunton, Massachusetts, organized under Chapter 180 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The organization was established to produce and protect affordable housing, improve financial literacy, eliminate housing discrimination, and advocate for affordable housing access for low-to-moderate income and diverse populations. Pro-Home is certified by HUD, DHCD (Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development), and the MassHousing Partnership, ensuring counseling meets federal and state standards.
Pro-Home offers one-on-one and group housing counseling delivered in person or by phone, covering pre-purchase counseling, first-time homebuyer education, foreclosure and short sale assistance, tenant and landlord education, financial literacy programs, and fair housing guidance. The organization conducts regular First Time Homebuyer Seminars (2-night workshops offered six times per year), produces monthly educational videos on single-topic housing issues, and maintains community resource directories for residents needing services beyond their scope.
The organization is distinguished by its deep community integration, with a board of directors including representatives from local lenders (BankFive, Bluestone Bank, Bristol County Savings Bank), real estate associations, credit unions, and community partners. Pro-Home also manages rental properties with low-to-moderate income tenants and assists city, town, and state organizations including the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office with property renovation. The organization explicitly provides ADA accessibility and interpreters for deaf, hard of hearing, and non-English speaking residents.
Pro-Home represents legitimate, federally-certified housing counseling appropriate for individuals seeking non-commercial guidance on homeownership and financial management. The primary limitation is geographic scope—services are primarily designed for Southeastern Massachusetts residents, though the website states they are "open to assist all in need." Prospective clients should verify current availability and whether phone/remote counseling serves their location.