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Home Improvements

Enhancing your home through thoughtful improvements can increase its value, functionality, and enjoyment. This section walks you through the process of planning, financing, and implementing non-maintenance home improvements while navigating approval processes and building equity.

Learn how to make smart investment decisions that align with your long-term homeownership goals.

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Planning Home Improvements

Thoughtful planning ensures your improvements add maximum value and enjoyment.

Getting Capital Improvement Credit approval for Habitat-developed homes

Prioritizing improvements

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Financing Improvements

Understanding your options helps make your improvement dreams affordable.

MN Housing Home Improvement Loan Programs

Energy efficiency rebates and incentives

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Permit & Approval Processes

Navigating the approval landscape keeps your improvements legitimate and trouble-free.

When permits are required

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