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Virtual exhibit hall&free financial coaching available all year at novahousingexpo.org. Visit our website to access the virtual event 24/7.

Northern Virginia Housing Expo is a regional annual event for renters, first time buyers, & anyone needing guidance to improve their credit score or housing situation. Join us for this free event on March 7 at Fairfax High School in Fairfax! Browse dozens of exhibits featuring government assistance programs, home-buying opportunities and professionals, mortgage information and assistance and much

more! Take advantage of helpful free workshops and one-on-one personal financial coaching with a trusted nonprofit designed to help you get where you want to be in Northern Virginia, whether you need to rent or are ready to buy. Last year, more than 135,000 visits to the virtual housing expo enabled folks to browse dozens of helpful exhibits in our exhibit hall, take free webinars or catch a video on a variety of important topics, and/or sign up for a 45-minute one-on-one financial coaching session with a trained and certified volunteer designed to leave you with knowledge and a plan. This 16th annual event is a cooperative effort of: Virginia Housing; the cities of Fairfax, Falls Church, Alexandria and Manassas Park; Fairfax, Arlington and Loudoun Counties; the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmenÕs DC Field Office; and the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors. Expo manager is Laura Nickle of Communi-k, Inc. Fiscal agent is First Home Alliance, a Woodbridge-based nonprofit.

05/25/2026

04/24/2026

We wanted to share a new opportunity for security deposit assistance of up to $1000 being offered in Loudoun County only through CFH, a trusted housing nonprofit. The money is paid directly to the landlord.

See more below, and you'll find the requirements and application on their website at https://cfhva.org/2026/04/new-loudoun-county-security-deposit-assistance/

We are thrilled to announce expanded Security Deposit Assistance for Loudoun County residents—helping more families access safe, stable housing.

This program is available to 15 income-qualified households who are moving into a new rental home. Assistance of up to $1,000 for a security deposit is paid directly to the landlord.

Key eligibility requirements include:
Household income at or below 50% AMI
Income at least 2x monthly rent
Moving into a rental unit you do not currently occupy
Voucher holders are welcome, and any previous participants must have repaid their prior assistance.

This program is designed to support long-term stability, with funds repaid over time to help sustain future assistance for others. Funding is made possible through the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties.

Learn more on our website: https://cfhva.org/2026/04/new-loudoun-county-security-deposit-assistance/

03/26/2026

Thank you again to everyone who made the Northern Virginia Housing Expo such a success!

We’re grateful to our attendees, exhibitors, partners, and volunteers for coming together to support housing opportunities across Northern Virginia.

Relive the day! Check out our photo gallery:

https://imgur.com/a/expo-floor-2025-dd4VGTC

We loved seeing the community connect, learn, and take steps toward their housing goals—and we can’t wait to see you next year!

Meanwhile the virtual expo continues at https://novahousingexpo.org/

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03/17/2026

Missed the Northern Virginia Housing Expo? You can still benefit from what it has to offer—online!

Access our online exhibit hall and connect with local housing experts, explore resources, and learn about renting, buying, and financial readiness.

You can also schedule a free virtual one-on-one financial coaching session for personalized guidance on budgeting, credit, and your housing goals.

Start exploring today! novahousingexpo.org

03/16/2026

April is Fair Housing Month, and you can attend an informative discussion of housing professionals for “Navigating Reasonable Accommodation & Modification Requests in Housing” on April 16, 2026 from noon to 3 pm in Fairfax.

Hosted by the Fairfax County Office of Human Rights and Equity Programs in partnership with the NVAR - Northern Virginia Association of Realtors®, this discussion will explore practical considerations, common challenges, and best practices related to fair housing compliance.

This program may be especially helpful for housing counselors, community organizations, housing providers, and professionals supporting residents navigating housing issues.

It’s important to ensure housing accessibility and equity in our communities. Space is limited so register today! https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/humanrights/

03/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Northern Virginia Housing Expo!

We’re grateful to our exhibitors, workshop presenters, financial coaches, volunteers, and all the attendees who came out to learn more about renting, buying, credit, and housing resources in Northern Virginia.

Want to stay connected and hear about future expos and housing resources? Sign up for our mailing list at novahousingexpo.org

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http://www.NoVaHousingExpo.org/

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