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2023 (4)

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Why Fall and Winter Might Be the Best Time of Year to Buy a House

Before the pandemic caused major upheaval in the housing market, fall and winter were often considered the best time to buy because of better prices....

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The Moment I Decided to Live Life

“I’m going to find a place for my kids.” That’s what Carroll’s dad said whenever someone asked him why he was moving his family from Togo to the...

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Anniversary Sale Saturday, September 16. 30% off most items!

ReStore Recap: Don't Miss the Anniversary Sale!

You've helped make ReStore so successful! We want to thank you for all the support you provide, whether by shopping, volunteering, or donating. Make...

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Rainbow Build highlights housing challenges for LGBTQ community

In the last two weeks of August, more than 100 volunteers participated in the 9th annual Rainbow Build, which raises awareness for issues involving...

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Donna smiles as she stocks paint at ReStore.

ReStore is One Little Piece of the Goodness

For regular volunteer Donna, serving at ReStore in New Brighton provides three things she believes everyone craves: novelty, familiarity, and...

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Moving to Minnesota for AmeriCorps

Moving is always difficult, whether you're moving to a new city or moving across the country. Several of Twin Cities Habitat's AmeriCorps members...

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5 Unique Volunteer Opportunities with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Did you know that Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity offers a variety of rewarding volunteer opportunities beyond homebuilding?

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What the TIF?

The World of Tax Increment Financing—A Local Government Tool for Affordable Housing At Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, we’re always seeking new and...

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All About Summer AmeriCorps

Serving as a Summer AmeriCorps member for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has a variety of benefits that you might not be aware of. Much like the...

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August is Make-a-Will month. Get started now

August is National Make-a-Will Month

Guest blog by Laura Tanner, Director of Development August typically signifies the end of the summer and the beginning of a new school year—a shift...

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