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Homeownership Program (12)

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June is National Homeownership Month

Twin Cities Habitat, along with many other local and national housing organizations, is gearing up to celebrate National Homeownership Month over the...

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5 Homeowner Tax Benefits You Don't Want to Overlook

Owning a home comes with a lot of benefits. You can customize your home any way you like, find comfort in knowing you'll live in the same place for...

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Home Dedications in a Full Bloom

Guest Blog by Molly Sina “We love to do this. There is nothing better in the world than welcoming you into your new home," said Karin O’Connor, a...

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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...

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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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Realtors, Agents and Brokers: Who Are These People?

Real estate agents, brokers, and REALTORS® are all professionals that are legally allowed to help facilitate the sale of homes. But what makes them...

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Homebuying for Beginners: What Types of Mortgages Are Available?

Buying a home is an exciting experience, especially if it's your first time. If you've never taken out a home loan, it's perfectly normal to be...

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Introducing: Online application for Habitat Homeownership Program

We are so excited to share that you can now apply to our Homeownership Program entirely online! With our new and improved automated process, you can...

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Do I Have to Make a Down Payment to Get My First Home Loan?

While looking to buy your first home is a very exciting chapter in your life, for some, it can be difficult to look past the down payment. In fact,...

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