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Start the new year by getting help buying or repairing your home

By Shelby E. Hawkins | December 29, 2020

There are a number of programs available to Chicago and/or Cook County residents wanting to buy a home or repair the one they already own. Some of the programs will begin accepting applications in early 2021, so housing advocates urge West Side residents to start organizing their paperwork now.

Community

Alderman announces TIF money to rehab West Side homes

By AustinTalks | April 4, 2012

The funds will assist residents with purchasing and repairing vacant homes within a portion of the 28th Ward, as well as the 27th Ward.

Community

Mortgage settlement brings praise and disapproval from West Side leaders

By AustinTalks | February 10, 2012

State Rep. Camille Lilly and South Austin Coalition’s Elce Redmond have different views, but both agree progress has been made and more work still needs to be done.

News

Austin homeowners can apply for home-improvement grants

By Ellyn Fortino | November 16, 2011

The deadline is 5 p.m. Dec. 9, and applications are available at Neighborhood Housing Services locations or one of the three Austin ward offices.

Community

Program aims to help 15,000 homeowners

By AustinTalks | October 18, 2011

Mortgage assistance is available to those who are unemployed or have had a significant loss in income.

Community

Groups unite to deal with impact of foreclosure

By AustinTalks | July 10, 2011

The task force, organized by state Rep. La Shawn Ford, will help coordinate assistance for distressed homeowners.

Community

Worried about losing your home or wanting to help others facing eviction?

By AustinTalks | June 23, 2011

Join the Austin Chapter of the Chicago Anti-Eviction Campaign on Saturday on its foreclosure canvass.

News

Become a homeowner for $7,000?

By Sarah Ostman | May 6, 2011

A seminar on Saturday at Bethel New Life will will show West Side residents how.

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