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Don and Jo's home.

Leaving a Legacy of Homeownership

When Don and Jo Gustafson finally sat down to create their will, they found it to be a surprisingly simple process. And their decision about what to do with their home was just as easy: they would donate it to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. That...

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MacKenzie home at Christmas

Homeownership Stories from Habitat Staff: Blake's Story

We all have our own stories of home. This series shares those stories from Habitat staff. We'll explore questions like: what does home mean to us?...

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bought a home

6 Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Bought a Home

As a first-time homebuyer, there are many things you'll learn and experience as you go through the process of buying your first home. Having support...

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2018 Events - Homeowner Networking Event - Childrens Museum - 12.13.18 - Chick (62)

Celebrating our 9th Annual Homeowner Networking Event

Earlier this month, over 290 Habitat homeowners and family members came together to attend the 9th annual Homeowner Networking Event at the Minnesota...

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ReStore Recap: Holidays, Volunteering, DIY & End of Year Donations

Take a peek at what's been happening over on the ReStoration Corner blog: holiday hours and volunteering, cheap DIY updates for your home, plus tips...

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Ryan Companies 2018

A Different Kind of Beginning

Every Habitat home dedication is unique in its own way, but the one held on December 12 was incredibly special for the home's sponsor - Ryan...

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Advocacy Success in Minneapolis and St. Paul

It has been a busy time for city budget decisions in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, and Twin Cities Habitat Housing Heroes have used these opportunities...

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Dedication 12.06.18

Celebration of Committed Partnerships that Make Homeownership Possible

Dedications are one of the special pieces of Habitat's program. They help show the impact stable, affordable housing has on families that partner...

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Homeownership 101

Homeownership 101: 9 Things To Do After Closing on a House

Congratulations, you’re a homeowner! You paid your down payment, signed on the dotted lines, and are now holding the keys to your very own home. But...

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LaVera and Matthias

A House to Call Home: LaVera's Story

With the holiday season in full swing, there's one thing that new Habitat homeowner, LaVera, has been looking forward to with great anticipation......

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