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DeAngela Flourney

DeAngela's Story: This home has saved my life

We recently held a Stories of Home Contest where we asked Twin Cities Habitat homeowners to share a story answering the question: "What does your home mean to you?" Here's one of the winning stories in the homeowner's own voice. Story and photos...

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Housing Heroes Advocate at Habitat on the Hill

On April 29, 112 Housing Heroes from seven Habitat affiliates across the state and Habitat Minnesota gathered at the Capitol to advocate for...

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Finding a Fresh Start with Service

Guest blog by Mickey, Construction Volunteer Facilitator and AmeriCorps Service Member

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ReStore Recap: Upcycle Challenge Winners and Transformations

The ReStore is not only a great resource for upcycling and home improvement projects, but a source of transformation and creativity! Take a look at...

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Home Rehab: 10 Things You Should NEVER Do to Your Home

One of the perks of owning your own home is making it your own. Home rehab and choosing which projects you want to do is half the fun, yet it still...

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What is Private Mortgage Insurance and How Do I Avoid It?

Many first-time buyers haven’t even heard of private mortgage insurance (or PMI for short). What is private mortgage insurance? What is it used for?...

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Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala Live Auction Preview

Hard Hat & Black Tie is going virtual! In these uncertain times, the safety and health of our Habitat community is our top priority. We have been...

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Dedicating the First House That Beer Built

It's been a fun and interesting ride, but the time finally came for the first House That Beer Built to be dedicated!

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New Real Estate Agent Checklist: How to Attract and Retain New Listings

So, you just became a real estate agent. Congratulations! Now what? The real estate industry is fun, challenging, and fulfilling. It requires hard...

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AmeriCorps Alumni Build

If you read our blogs frequently, you know that being an AmeriCorps member with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is a great experience. Many past and...

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