Homeownership brings with it great pride and great responsibility, too. Here are some tips that will help you keep your home in top physical condition and preserve your home from financial trouble.

When you become a homeowner you automatically become part of a community. You have neighbors and community groups. Also, when you move to a new neighborhood you need to familiarize yourself to its environment. You will find below some useful articles and links to learning and understanding your community.

• San Diego County Bar Association for pro bono and other services, 619.231.0781
• California Courts Judicial Branch -- Free legal information for Spanish speakers
• Property Disputes Lawyer Referral and Information Service of the San Diego County Bar Association, 619.231.8585
• Taxes

• Housing Discrimination Complaints

• Fair Housing Council of San Diego, 619.699.5888

• California Dept. of Fair Employment and Housing 800.884.1684

• U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development 619.557.5305