HabitatJackson.org: Homeownership

Homeownership

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Metro Jackson Housing
If you are interested in becoming a Habitat Homeowner in Jackson:
1) Look at the Qualifications below
2) See the Neighborhoods in which we build
3) Come to an Applicant Meeting to receive an application and find out more information

Qualifications:
-Your present housing is in bad repair, overcrowded, or not adequate in some way.
-You have a history of paying bills and have good references.
-You have lived in the Jackson area and worked at your job for over one year.
-You have a reliable source of income but do not qualify for a bank loan to buy a house.  Your income meets our income guidelines below:
           Number in Family           Monthly income between
                          2                                   $1000-$2508
                          3                                   $1000-$2820
                          4                                   $1100-$3132
                          5                                   $1100/$1200-$3384
                          6                                   $1200-$3636
                          7                                   $1200/$1300-$3882
                          8                                   $1300-$4122

-You are willing to be a partner in the Habitat for Humanity program.  Partnership requirements include:
                  Sweat equity (labor on the work site) of 200-400 hours
                  Attendance at Homeowner Training
                  Participation in budget counseling

Get An Application, Come to an Applicant Meeting
You must attend an Applicant Information Meeting to receive an application. Meetings are once a month in the Community Room at the Jackson Medical Mall. Please check the Calendar for the dates of meetings.

Hurricane Evacuee Housing

If you are an evacuee of Hurricane Katrina or Rita considering relocation to the Metro Jackson area and are interested in Habitat housing:
1) Read the qualifications below
2) See the Neigborhoods in which we build
3) Fill out an application
4) Return it immediately to Habitat Jackson

Qualifications:
- You have proof of dislocation from the Hurricane affected areas.
- You are willing to relocate to Jackson, MS.
- You have a history of paying your bills and have good references.
- You are able to pay rent for 6 months and are securing a reliable source of income for eventual purchase of your Habitat house.
- At the time of purchase you meet the regular applicant guidelines.

Get An Application
You must attend an Applicant Information Meeting to receive an application. Meetings are once a month in the Community Room at the Jackson Medical Mall. Please check the Calendar for the dates of meetings.

Hancock County Housing

If you are a Hancock County resident who was affected by Hurricane Katrina and are interested in Habitat housing please visit the Hancock County Website for more information.