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Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley

Administered by: Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley · Nonprofit · Zero-Interest Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Below-market home with 0% interest Habitat mortgage (Zero-Interest Loan)

0% interest loan held by Habitat. Borrower pays only the subsidized cost of the home over the term of the loan.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Low-income families; annual HUD-based income guidelines.
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Northern Fox Valley region including Elgin, Crystal Lake, Batavia, Carpentersville, and surrounding communities in northern Kane and McHenry Counties.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley

Step 1: Apply through Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley, headquartered at 56 S. Grove Avenue in Elgin. Complete homebuyer education, sweat-equity hours, and financial counseling. Selection committee evaluates applicants on need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner.

Notes

Also operates the Critical Home Repair (CHR) program for seniors, disabled, and families in difficulty. Nonprofit Illinois Residential Mortgage licensee. Separate affiliate from Fox Valley Habitat (Aurora).

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