Our Values
Integrity : We are committed to honesty and transparency in all of our actions and practices as we serve the Upstate of SC. Accountability: We are committed to achieving the highest levels of financial discipline and accountability while demonstrating excellent program service and lasting results. Collaboration: We will engage in creative cooperation and partnership by providing leadership in focused and intentional negotiations with organizations who share similar goals for the Upstate of SC. Commitment: We will be consistent in our business practices and care for our clients ensuring that every person and business partner is treated with the highest level of respect.
Homeownership Center
We offer a comprehensive range of user-friendly services that are attracting new customers and significantly boosting home ownership among families, buyers of modest means. Financial Education
Financial education is a critical need for both consumers and for communities. For consumers, financial education is the key to building wealth, regardless of their incomes. For communities, financial education programs can help promote stronger and more stable neighborhoods. Our Financial Fitness program helps individuals and families develop sound money management skills. Individual Development Account (IDA) Program
IDA’s, are innovative matched savings accounts designed to help hardworking families and individuals establish a pattern of regular saving and ultimately, purchase a “productive asset.” Through a partnership all savings will be matched at a 3:1 rate. For example, when IDA participants save $1,000, they will be matched $3,000. Foreclosure Counseling
For homeowners having difficulty paying their mortgage or know they will have difficulty in the near
future, it is important for them to act now. UHP is an approved Contract Housing Counseling Agency for the SC Housing Corporation which provides foreclosure assistance.