The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s declared June “National Homeownership Month” and reemphasized its work with the Obama Administration to preserve the dream of homeownership for American families.

This year’s theme is “Dare to Own the Dream.”

“Homeownership Month is a good time to reflect on the progress the Obama Administration has made to ensure that owning a home is always within the grasp of the average American family. A home is the place where we raise our children, establish roots in a community and plan our future,” said HUD Secretary Julián Castro. “The opportunity to be a homeowner should be open to those ready and able to buy a home. As the housing market continues its recovery, we must ensure that responsible homeowners have access to credit to make their dreams of homeownership a reality.”

For more information, including a message from President Obama, go to: http://1.usa.gov/1WCDkoI.