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Support & Celebrate National Homeownership Month

We love June around here because it's National Homeownership Month! Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity is proud to celebrate this time dedicated to...

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Where Should I Live? 6 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Neighborhood

Finding the perfect neighborhood for your family can feel overwhelming, especially when you're balancing tight budgets, work responsibilities, and...

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How to Build a Practice Budget for Homeownership

For so many potential homeowners, the jump to homeownership feels like a major financial leap. Will your bank account survive those monthly payments?...

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Twin Cities Habitat Partners with Framework Homeownership to Launch Custom Homebuyer Education

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity has partnered with Framework Homeownership to launch a custom homebuyer education program tailored specifically for...

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Celebrating One Year of Volunteer and Learn

One year ago, in spring 2024, Twin Cities Habitat announced a new program for homeowners and homebuyers: Volunteer and Learn with Habitat. This...

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Stories from the Field: Our Strategic Plan in Action

Our Build Forward Together strategic plan is more than words on paper—it’s a bold vision for a vibrant, equitable Twin Cities community. This...

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What to Do (And Not To Do!) Once You Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [VIDEO]

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, getting pre-approved for a mortgage is the first step to becoming a homeowner. But just because you’re pre-approved...

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Your Journey to Homeownership with Twin Cities Habitat

Dreaming of your own home with a yard, open kitchen, or a garage for your car? Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's Homeownership Program can help turn...

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Earnest Money: What Is It and How Is It Used to Buy a Home?

When you're ready to make an offer on your first house, you need to pull out all the stops to grab the seller's attention and solidify that deal! In...

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