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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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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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