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City of Madison recognizes National Homeownership Month

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The City of Madison is working to make homeownership more accessible and attainable for everyone

The City of Madison is dedicated to making homeownership achievable and sustainable for residents, as part of the City’s commitment toward better access to safe, secure, and affordable housing for all.

In celebration of National Homeownership Month, we want to encourage Madison residents to explore the variety of programs the City offers to assist first-time homebuyers and support current homeowners in maintaining their properties. These efforts are made in partnership with community-based organizations.

If you are looking to buy your first home

Need help with down payment and closing costs?

Home Buy the American Dream: This program provides up to $35,000 in assistance for down payments and closing costs for income-eligible first-time homebuyers. You can qualify as a first-time homeowner if you have not owned a home in the last three years. Find more details at www.cityofmadison.com/homeloans.

Want help understanding the homebuying process?

Financial and Homebuyer Readiness and Education: The City partners with community organizations to offer financial readiness and homebuyer education sessions throughout the year. Check out upcoming events at www.cityofmadison.com/homeloans.

Homeownership Resource Fair: On June 29th from 9:00am to 1:00pm, join us at the Urban League’s Business Hub to learn about buying homes and being a homeowner. The Homeownership Resource Fair will provide essential information, tools, and resources to navigate the journey through homeownership. Learn more at takerootwi.org/events.

If you already own your home

Need assistance for home improvements?

Project Home Major and Minor Rehabilitation: The City works with Project Home to offer home repairs, accessibility modifications, and energy improvements. Learn more at www.projecthomewi.org.

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County: Habitat offers a minor home repair program. Learn more at www.habitatdane.org.

Are you age 65 or older and need help paying your property taxes?

Property Tax Assistance for Seniors Loan Program: This program allows eligible homeowners over the age of 65 to borrow against their home equity to pay property taxes. Loans are repaid when the home is sold, this means no monthly payments. For more details, visit www.cityofmadison.com/homeloans.

Contact Us

The housing market can be tough, but we’re here to help you achieve your homeownership goals. For more information, call us at 608-266-6520 or email us at homeloans@cityofmadison.com.

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