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ReStore Recap: Spring Project Ideas & More

The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and spring is finally here in the Twin Cities. Which means it's time to start those outdoor projects! In this ReStore Recap will provide plenty of ideas, you'll meet a wonderful ReStore volunteer, and...

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Do You Have to Put 20% Down on a House?

A down payment is an amount you pay in cash “up front” when buying a home. A down payment is not part of your mortgage loan. A bigger down payment...

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Three volunteers in nice black dresses showing the way to the gala.

Everything You Need to Know for a Great Gala!

Are you ready for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's biggest party of the year? Our Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala is this Saturday, May 20, and we...

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Corey smiling with green paint on his cheek.

Pouring Concrete, Gaining Perspective: Corey's Global Village Trip

Guest Blog by Corey Sauer, Twin Cities Habitat supporter Habitat's Global Village Program offers local volunteers an opportunity to connect with...

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Close up of a Black person's hands on the sides of a miniature house, keeping barriers at bay.

Barriers Black Homebuyers Face

Black families in Minnesota face unique challenges when trying to buy a home. For generations, these barriers were overtly racist housing policies...

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Hard Hat & Black Tie logo on starry night background.

Live Auction Preview: Bid High for Homes!

Saturday, May 20 is nearly upon us - which means it's time to start thinking about which incredible auction items you'll be bidding on during theHard...

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Supporter Town Hall Recap: Engaging the Community

The final section of the Supporter Town Hall, Engaging the Community, was presented by Habitat's Chief Program Officer Shereese Turner and Director...

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Volunteers using saws outside.

Tips for Volunteers: Measure Twice, Cut Once

Guest blog by CJ Fitzsimons, Women Build Regular Volunteer and Women Build Steering Committee Member

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Twin Cities Habitat's Board Chair Sharon Sayles Belton address a room of media and partners.

Partnering to Develop The Heights on St. Paul's East Side

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is honored to be a major project partner in The Heights, a $370 million redevelopment of the 112-acre former...

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Image of a contract for deed paper with a miniature house as a paperweight.

What Are the Disadvantages of a Contract for Deed?

Buying a home is a big financial commitment. There is typically some sort of down payment, there may be closing costs associated with entering into a...

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