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Need For Housing
Applicants must meet specific requirements to be considered:
- Need for affordable housing. Current housing conditions are substandard, overcrowded, unsafe, or too expensive in relation to monthly household income. Applicants cannot currently own property.
- Ability to repay a monthly mortgage. Must demonstrate a history of reliable income.
- Willingness to partner. Homeowners must complete 200-300 “sweat equity” hours of volunteer service, work in the construction of their home, as well as other family’s homes, and participate in required workshops and educational classes.
Ability to Pay for a Habitat Home
- Debt to income ratio – The household debt payment should not prohibit them from meeting normal cost of living expenses.
- Applicant has demonstrated an ability to make regular monthly payments for rent, utilities, and other credit obligations.
- Total household income is within the guidelines.
Do You Meet The Following Criteria?
Need For Shelter
- Don't Own a Home
- Lack of Adequate Space
- Overcrowded Living Conditions
Ability To Pay
- Employed 12+ Months
- Meet HUD Income Requirements
- Paid Rent 12+ Months
Willingness To Partner
- Invest 200 "Sweat Equity" Hours
- Work Alongside Volunteers and Sponsors
