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10 Things You Might Not Know about Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Almost everyone has heard of Habitat for Humanity—which is great! But sometimes we discover that there can be misconceptions about what we do, how we work, and who buys homes with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. We've created this list to help...

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A man in a white hat, gray long-sleeved shirt, brown vest, work books, and jeans kneels on a roof of a house to inspect it.

What Will Fail a Home Inspection? Seven Items to Look Out For

A high demand real estate market means showings are quick, and decisions need to be made fast. But rushing the process could lead to some costly...

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A man kneeling on the ground to install flooring in a home.

Years After Buying His Habitat Home, Edgar Still Loves to Volunteer

In early 2024, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity launched an innovative new program for Habitat homeowners called Volunteer and Learn. This program...

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9 Essential House Hunting Tips for Smart Buyers

Buying a house can be one of the most exciting times in your life, especially if it’s your first home! It can also be overwhelming if you do not feel...

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The Greater East Side: It's All About Relationships

Since 1985, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has partnered with more than 1,800 homeowners in 100 cities all across the metro area. But this summer...

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Open Road Fund Helps Build Black Wealth

This blog was originally published in 2023, and was updated in June 2024. The Open Road Fund is open for applications from June 19 to July 19, 2024....

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100 Days until Carter Work Project: 100 Reasons to Get Excited

Get excited! The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project is just 100 days away. We couldn’t be more honored and thrilled...

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Star Tribune Names Twin Cities Habitat a 2024 Top Workplace

St. Paul, MN June 20, 2024—Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has been named a 2024 Top Workplace “National Standard Setter” by the Star Tribune. A...

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Rendering of housing units at The Heights.

Habitat Construction Begins at The Heights on St. Paul’s East Side

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity begins site work this week and house construction later this month at The Heights on the East Side of St. Paul. Over...

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Chris (center) volunteering at an event.

Part of Something Bigger—Chris' Volunteer Story

Photo: Chris (center) volunteering at an event. "I love building things—I've been doing it ever since I was a kid," said Chris, a retired...

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