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What's the Deal with Escrow?

If you're currently paying a mortgage payment, you are likely paying escrow. Escrow is an account separate from the mortgage account where payments are made to fulfill conditions of your mortgage. These conditions are usually things like property...

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Happy Home Dedications

Last week, two families fulfilled their dreams of becoming homeowners, surrounded by Habitat staff, family, friends, and supporters.

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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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Susan Haigh at CEO Build

13 years of leadership: An impact that multiplies for generations

When she announced her retirement, Susan Haigh said, “Habitat is so special because it is a place where we can live out our values.” She’s right....

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Global Village Nicaragua 2018, Day 5

Guest blog by Courtney Maas, Global Village Volunteer The culmination of all of our hard work reached a pinnacle, as we tied ribbon on the front...

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Global Village Nicaragua 2018, Day 4

Guest blog by Judy VanOsdel, Global Village Volunteer We work hard everyday, but today seemed like we worked even harder. Perhaps it’s because I am...

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Global Village Nicaragua Trip 2018, Day 3

Guest Blog by Noah Keller, Twin Cities Habitat Staff & Global Village Volunteer Team Leader

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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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Nicaragua Global Village Trip 2018, Day 2

Guest Blog by Pedro, Global Village Volunteer I have to say I expected a much different trip in Nicaragua than my past trips in Costa Rica for Global...

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Global Village Update: We've Arrived in Nicaragua!

Guest blog by Jeffrey Timm, Global Village Volunteer Madrugada - twilight . . . aves - birds. Birds popping into the soundscape, reminding me somehow...

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