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When is a home considered affordable?

Across the housing industry, and within our own homeownership program, the "rule of 30%" has long been the standard in determining whether or not a home is deemed "affordable" or not. This rule states that any family paying more than 30% of their...

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Long Time Habitat Volunteer: Ray Meier

Ray Meier is in his 23rd year of volunteering with Habitat. He joined through his church, St. Andrews, and is part of the regular St. Andrews crew....

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It Takes a Village

We gather around 8:30 a.m. each morning, holding our coffee cups and waiting our turn at a piece of tape, where we scribble our first names and...

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Our Homes, Our Voices National Week of Action

Guest Blog by Caitlin Magistad, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Staff This past week, July 22 -29, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity joined Habitat...

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Referral Partner Spotlight: Dakota County Financial Empowerment

“We’re here to educate, empower, and protect.” That was one of the first things Susan Schroeder, Financial Empowerment Program Developer at Dakota...

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Help Older Homeowners Stay Safe in Their Homes

Should I stay or should I move?

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Jordan Week of Kindness: An Image of Community

Guest Blog by Shannon Twiss, Resident Outreach Coordinator Over 70 volunteers came to Morgan Avenue in the Jordan neighborhood of North Minneapolis...

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Home Dedication: The Best Day Ever

Home dedications are celebrations of challenging work, determination, volunteerism, family, and faith. They are also a great reminder of living in...

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Tips for first-time homebuyers

We've compiled a list of tips for those in search of their first home, and a few suggestions for once you've purchased your very first home!

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Meet Your Site Supervisor

Guest Blog by Amanda Meemken, Women Build Volunteer When your group arrives at the Women Build site, you’ll be greeted by a Habitat Site Supervisor....

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