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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 different from each other and how can you decide which will be the best partner for you? The simple...

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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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How Do I Get A Pre-Approval From a Mortgage Lender to Buy a House?

Getting pre-approved for a home mortgage might be the most important thing you can do when looking for a new home. Pre-approval tells you how much...

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10 Things to Consider When Making Your First Offer on a House

Making an offer on a house is exhilarating for any homebuyer, but it's especially thrilling for those who haven't done it before. However, along with...

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Raising walls, one pint at a time—The House that Beer Built

Guest blogger, Sean Koebele | Volunteer and Constituent Relations We are excited to launch The House that Beer Built, a new initiative to collaborate...

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Who volunteers in a Regular Crew?

Regular Crews at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity form the backbone of our volunteer base. While reg crew members only make up 3% of annual...

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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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Global Village Dominican Republic: Panel Plant Day

Blog by Scott Nelsen Member of St. Paul Regular Crew

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Affordable Housing Loan Options for Renters Looking to Become Homeowners

As with any big decision in life, it’s a good idea to do your homework. Same is true if you’re looking to upgrade your status from home renter, to...

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Financial Coaching: What to Expect from the Homeownership Program

Buying a house is a big deal, especially when it comes to financing it. What is your credit score? What does your debt-to-income ratio look like? Do...

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