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Announcing Homeowners Expo!

Have you ever wanted to own your own home, but thought it would be impossible? This American Dream may be within your reach!

If your family is living in substandard housing, such as: inadequate plumbing, poor heating, leaking roof, overcrowding, or unsafe or unsanitary conditions, or you are a resident of
public housing, you may qualify for a new house from Habitat for Humanity.

Low-income families interested in applying are invited to attend one of the following Homeowner Expos:

Thursday, November 20, 2008

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Southside Neighborhood Center
1300 6th Street S

La Crosse, WI 54601

Saturday, November 22, 2008

10 a.m. to Noon
YMCA North
400 Mason Street
Onalaska, WI 54650

At the Expo, representatives from the Family Selection Committee will be on hand to explain the Habitat program in detail, and to assist people in filling out the applications.

To receive an application to partner with Habitat-La Crosse Area in building a home, attendance at a Homeowner's Expo is mandatory; no exceptions.

Please bring the following information with you:

• Proof of income (either the last two pay stubs or 2007 income tax return)

• Proof of other monthly income, such as food stamps, child support, disability, SSI, etc.

• Addresses/phone numbers of employers, landlords, and personal or professional references

• Bank account numbers and balance (bring copy of most recent statement).

• Proof of expenses, including rent, car payments, insurance, childcare, student loans, alimony or child support, credit card payments, etc. (Proof to bring can be receipts, cancelled checks, payment coupon books, court orders, etc.)

The Family Selection committee makes the decisions as to which family or families will be offered a partnership with Habitat, pending approval by the Board of Directors. The selection is based on greatest need, willingness to partner, ability to pay, and residency. For a complete explanation of qualifications, click here.

Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, ethnicity, disability, marital status or religious or political beliefs. Habitat for Humanity
La Crosse Area is an equal housing lender.

If you have any questions, please email us or call 608-785-2373, ext. 2.

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