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Habitat for Humanity accepting applications for home ownership in Hillsboro and La Crosse

Feb. 3, 2025

LA CROSSE, Wis. Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region is now accepting applications for five available homes: two in La Crosse and three in Hillsboro. Interested households may apply during the application period: February 3 – March 31.  

“Habitat is thrilled to open the door to home-ownership for more families in our community,” said Executive Director Kahya Fox. “By selecting new homeowners, we aim to provide not just houses, but a foundation for stability, security, and a brighter future, reflecting our continued commitment to ensuring that every family has the chance to thrive in a home of their own.” 

Habitat for Humanity’s Home-ownership Program is designed for qualified low-to moderate income individuals and families who earn less than 60% of the area median income and cannot qualify for a conventional loan. Through this program, applicants apply to purchase a home. Habitat homeowners make monthly mortgage payments set at approximately 28-30% of the buyer/owner’s gross income, and these payments include their mortgage, insurance, and property taxes.  

Habitat carefully reviews each application based on the applicant’s: 

  • Ability to pay monthly mortgage payments, property taxes, and home insurance 
  • Willingness to partner with Habitat by taking pre-purchase classes and volunteering 
  • Need for housing that is safe, affordable, and healthy   

Habitat staff will host Homeowner Expos to explain the application process and answer any questions. All Expos will be held both in person and on Zoom. Visit www.habitatlacrosse.org/events for virtual access information.   

  • Saturday, February 8, 10am – 12pm – Black River Beach Neighborhood Center, La Crosse 
  • Friday, February 21, 10am – 12pm – La Crosse Public Library Main Branch 
  • Saturday, February 22, 10am – 12pm – Hillsboro Public Library  
  • Wednesday, February 26, 4 – 6pm – Hillsboro Public Library 
  • Thursday, February 27, 5 – 7pm – Bountiful Harvest of Faith, La Crosse 
  • Friday, February 28, 4 – 6pm – Hillsboro Public Library 
  • Thursday, March 6, 10 am – 12pm – Hillsboro Public Library 

To apply, interested households can download an application at www.habitatlacrosse.org/homeownership. Physical copies are also available at the Habitat ReStore: 3181 Berlin Drive, La Crosse, WI.  

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