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VITA Sites Can Help You Prep for Tax Season

Preparing and filing your taxes can be one of the most challenging parts of homeownership, but there are resources to help homeowners. A Volunteer...

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Redefining Wealth Through Affordable Homeownership

In a world where the definition of wealth is often equated with financial portfolios and luxurious lifestyles, a quiet revolution is taking place.

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How to Read a Home Listing: Terms, Figures, and FAQs

Buying a home can be an exciting experience–and a confusing one.

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The Homebuying Process: Translating Confusing Terms

Owning a home is a significant goal for many people. It’s a big step–the biggest single investment most people will ever make. Understanding how to...

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Your Journey to Homeownership with Twin Cities Habitat

Dreaming of your own home with a yard, open kitchen, or a garage for your car? Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's Homeownership Program can help turn...

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Whole, Term, and Everything Else: An Introduction to Life Insurance

Sometimes, despite our best efforts, life doesn’t turn out the way we planned. If a catastrophic event occurs to you, your loved ones might be left...

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Noni's House: Bridgette's Home Isn't Just for Her

Growing up in Chicago, Bridgette was close with her grandmother, called Big Momma, and often visited her small lower-level duplex (owned by her...

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A Guide for First-Time Homebuyers: Questions to Ask Your Realtor®

Buying your first home is an exciting journey, but it can also be overwhelming. To help you navigate the process smoothly, we've compiled a list of...

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Creating Multigenerational Homeownership

Homeownership has long been considered a foundation for success, and for good reason.

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The Path to Homeownership: Employment Requirements for A Mortgage

If you're beginning the journey of buying your first home, it is critical to have an understanding of employment requirements to be eligible for a...

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