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How Much Money Should I Put Down On My First House?

Choosing the right down payment amount has a big role to play in buying a house. Especially for first-time homebuyers, understanding the value of a down payment — and how it saves you money in the long run — may make it easier for you to save up....

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Volunteer Spotlight: Bob Hammond

Bob Hammond has been volunteering at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity since October. But his involvement with Habitat for Humanity goes back decades...

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Chris Coleman named new President and CEO at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

The Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors announced today that it has selected former St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman as our new President...

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Love Multiplies at Home Dedications

Guest Blog by Molly Sina Love and joy multiply. This is well-known in the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity community. And there isn’t a better way to...

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Making Our Voices Heard at Habitat on the Hill MN 2018

Guest blog by Caitlin Magistad, Twin Cities Habitat Staff On April 26, more than 115 Habitat Housing Heroes took over the Minnesota Capitol to...

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Starting May with a BIG Celebration!

Guest blog by Molly Sina “The joy that is emanating in this room… it’s electric in the air!" Susie DeShon, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity...

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You don’t know Jack—but you probably should

Jack Shea has volunteered with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity for an incredible amount of time. For over 25 years, Jack helped build over 16 homes...

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Paycheck to Payments: Budgeting Your Monthly Mortgage Based on Income

Before you buy a new home, the first thing you should do is determine what you can afford. Experts recommend that you spend no more than 30% of your...

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Visit Habitat's Open House during the Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour

This weekend, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity will host an open house as part of the Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour. Stop by the home in the...

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Jan's mantra: "All I can do is the best I can do"

A gift After Jan Pederson retired as a social worker with Ramsey County, she did not slow down one bit. She was all about helping people. Among many...

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