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Consumer Alert: 5 Ways to Spot a Loan Modification Scam
Many homeowners are facing a seemingly never-ending sea of document requests and resubmission of paperwork to their lenders. There is an increase in mail and telephone solicitations as well. Many of t...
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Group wants more state money to curb homelessness
By Danielle Killey Jen Peterson and her three young children left their home with no place to go when it got to be unsafe. My kids and I became homeless fleeing a marriage that had become dangerou...
Posted on 3/7/13 at 6:17 PM
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Habitat families to celebrate milestones

Habitat families to celebrate milestones May has been a very busy month for Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County (HFHDC). It began with celebration – the dedication of the Braford family home, the annual Hard Hat Breakfast, the Blessing of the Build and the beginning of construction on the Magnuson family home – and will end in celebration with milestones for three families.

May 30, 2012

Habitat for Humanity, Lowe's encourages women volunteers to build homes during National Women Build Week

Now in its fifth year, National Women Build Week challenges women to devote at least one day to creating simple, decent and affordable housing in their local communities. Nearly 31,000 women volunteers from all 50 states have participated in the previous four events. This year’s theme, “The Build Generation,” reflects the event’s goal to recruit and train women volunteers, as well as welcome the next generation of Habitat Women Builders, young women, ages 18-24, to help support Habitat’s mission to create affordable housing.

May 11, 2012

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Timing is right to buy a home, say realtors

The spring and summer home-buying season is under way. Realtor associations across the country are teaming up with the National Association of Realtors to host thousands of open houses during Nationwide Open House Weekend, April 28 and 29.

April 27, 2012

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Habitat for Humanity is recruiting families

If you were to ask a Habitat partner family what it is like to partner with Habitat in building their home, you would most likely hear the words “life-changing” or “moving.” Leaders of the organization say that’s because partnership with Habitat is not only about building a home, but it is also about getting a hand up to building a better life.

April 13, 2012

Home sale prices up in Douglas County region

Minnesota’s housing market is getting stronger and showing continued signs of recovery. The newest housing report from the Association of Realtors shows strong gains in closed sales in February and the first gain in statewide median prices since June of 2010.

March 23, 2012

Commerce department requests proposals for homeowner education programs

The Minnesota Department of Commerce announced a first-of-its-kind competitive grant opportunity this week for nonprofit organizations working to advance the dream of successful homeownership for Minnesota families.

February 25, 2012

Minnesota joins national mortgage settlement; struggling homeowners get relief

Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson and Commissioner of Commerce Mike Rothman today jointly announced Minnesota’s participation in a national mortgage settlement through which Minnesota borrowers will be eligible for up to $280 million.

February 09, 2012

State awards grants to address health hazards in homes

The Minnesota Department of Health has awarded grants totaling $250,000 to seven local health agencies, including one in Pope County, to develop and implement programs that address health hazards frequently found in homes.

December 04, 2011

Habitat for Humanity seeks families for homes

Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County is currently recruiting families for future homes.

By Staff Report , October 26, 2011

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HUD re-opens application period for Emergency Homeowner Loan Program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and NeighborWorks America announced that they have reopened the application process for the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP).

By Staff Report , September 01, 2011

Rural communities get $550,000 to create more housing choices, sustainability

This week, the U.S. Departments of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded the Minnesota Housing Partnership (MHP) $550,000 as the lead-agency in a national consortium established to assist rural communities and Indian tribes in enhancing community and regional sustainability.

By Staff Report , August 20, 2011

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Deadline extended for homeowners' loan program

Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and NeighborWorks America announced that the deadline for the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program has been extended to Wednesday, July 27, 2011, in order to give homeowners at risk of foreclosure in the participating 27 states and Puerto Rico more time to apply for the program.

By Staff Report , July 25, 2011

Program helps Minnesotans at risk of foreclosure

Until July 22, Minnesotans can apply for the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP), a new federal program to help homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure because of economic or medical hardship

By Staff Report , July 17, 2011

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Mortgage assistance funds available for Minnesota homeowners

The Village Family Service Center was recently selected by NeighborWorks America in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help promote and facilitate the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP) in the states of North Dakota and Minnesota.

By Staff Report , July 04, 2011

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New housing report reveals promising signs of recovery but values still low

Signs of the long-awaited housing recovery may be on the horizon according to the newest housing report from the Minnesota Association of Realtors. The group is optimistic about the industry, especially given the number of pending sales in the state.

By Staff Report , June 21, 2011

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