Repairing Credit with HOPE

Many people face financial difficulties during a period of their life. If you find yourself in a similarsituation, there are options you can take. Which path you decide to take depends on yourspecific situation, but have no fear – there is a road to recovery...

April is Financial Literacy Month

First recognized in the U.S in 2004, Financial Literacy Month promotes the idea of increasing financial knowledge to better your future. Though the holiday originated as a way to teach the youth how to be financially-savvy, learning financial skills is an asset to...

What Makes Up Your Credit Score?

Credit and credit scores affect so many aspects of our lives but the details of it aren’t always clear. Habitat HOPE is here to help by answering ‘what makes up your credit score?’ Let’s break it down: 10% New Credit – recently opened...

105th Habitat Family Partner Enters Homeownership program

The past year has shown us what is important or at least reminded us what should be prioritized. Things like family and shelter are two of the most important things anyone can have.  Habitat Monroe is proud to be able to provide safe, decent, affordable housing...

Monroe’s Women-Owned Businesses

As a part of Habitat Monroe’s ongoing celebration of Women’s History Month, we want to celebrate the history of the women in our own community. We’re going to shine the spotlight on women-owned businesses in Monroe, so that you can feel good about supporting Monroe...

Are You at Risk of Property Tax Foreclosure?

Are you at risk of losing your home due to delinquent property taxes, resulting in a property tax foreclosure? Habitat HOPE Housing Counseling may be able to help. In Michigan, real property tax foreclosure involves a three year process. Parcels are forfeited to...

Celebrate Women’s History with WLI

March marks the start of Women’s History Month, a month dedicated to recognizing prominent women in history and celebrating those who work to improve conditions for women everywhere. The Women’s Leadership Initiative is a network of women in Monroe County who use...

Thrivent Venture Build 2021

Julia on site of Habitat’s 2021 Venture Build in Woodland Beach Join us on this venture! Habitat is thrilled to once again be working alongside Thrivent to build a home in faith for a local family! Thrivent has provided Habitat Monroe with a grant to fund a...

How Your Tax Return Can Help You Stay Afloat

An unexpected expense or loss of income can financially sink us and drown us in debt. But a well budgeted tax return can be a life raft. Habitat HOPE is here to show you how to stay financially afloat by making the most out of your tax return. One way to use your tax...