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End of Legislative Session Recap 2018

Minnesota’s 2018 legislative session ended on Sunday, May 20, with a flurry of activity in the hours before the constitutional deadline. With only hours to spare, legislators passed a bonding bill for infrastructure investments statewide ─ including...

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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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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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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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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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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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