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Homeownership 101

Homeownership 101: 9 Things To Do After Closing on a House

Congratulations, you’re a homeowner! You paid your down payment, signed on the dotted lines, and are now holding the keys to your very own home. But...

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Why Winter Might Be the Best Time to Buy a House in MN

Bare trees, fallen snow, and cold temperatures don't usually make people think of house hunting, but maybe they should! While spring and summer...

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How Much Should You Save Each Year for Maintenance on Your Home?

When you settle into your new home after closing day, a whole new journey begins. You’ll have the chance to turn your property into a true home....

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Pathways to Homeownership With Twin Cities Habitat

Everybody knows that no two people are exactly the same. That’s why Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity offers multiple pathways for potential...

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Neighborhood Research Tools for Homebuyers Like Neighborhood Scout

There is nothing quite as exciting as buying your first home. It’s such a big deal – life-changing, in so many ways. You want to get it just right,...

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Twin Cities Housing Market Outlook for 2022 with Minneapolis Area REALTORS ®

Time to look into the real estate crystal ball (and look at some data) to make predictions about what the trends will be in the 2022 Twin Cities...

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Your Closing Gift Helps the Community and Builds Your Business

Most real estate agents, closers, and loan officers provide some form of a closing gift to their clients. If you work in real estate, you’ve no doubt...

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Sofiya’s Story of Strength and Resilience through Tragedy

A tragedy left Sofiya devastated. She found hope in her Habitat home. This is her story. (Content warning: death of a child.) When 20-year-old Sofiya...

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Escrow shortage grant for COVID Impact Relief Deferral participants

Guest blog by Jesse Lindsey, Homeownership Preservation Assistant With great pleasure, TCHFH Lending, Inc. is pleased to announce the Escrow Shortage...

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Foreclosure counseling and mortgage assistance for Hennepin County homeowners - available now

Foreclosure Counseling and Mortgage Assistance for Hennepin County Homeowners

Guest blog by Jesse Lindsey, Homeownership Preservation Assistant Last week, Hennepin County launched the Hennepin County Homeownership Preservation...

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