Cities Secure Grants for Home Repairs

Columbia, Tennessee, has received an $810,000 grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency to assist low-income homeowners with home repairs, aiming to support 8 to 13 families while ensuring compliance with building codes. In Michigan, FiveCAP, Inc. announced a $472,000 grant for Lake County homeowners, offering repair assistance ranging from $1,000 to $40,000 for those earning up to 80% of the Area Median Income. Tulare County, California, is launching an Emergency Repair Program for qualifying rural homeowners to address essential health and safety repairs, including plumbing and electrical issues. Corpus Christi, Texas, has initiated a Minor Home Repair Program that provides grants of up to $25,000 for low-income seniors, veterans, and disabled homeowners to help with various minor repairs. The importance of pre-listing inspections for home sellers to identify potential issues and enhance buyer confidence is also emphasized for those looking to sell their homes in Corpus Christi. These programs reflect a growing trend of local governments and organizations prioritizing housing assistance for vulnerable populations amidst rising homeownership costs.