Northern Homes Homebuyer Purchase Rehabilitation Program

Northern Homes helps low income and moderate income families and individuals buy a home and rehab it.  The rehab helps the homebuyer avoid costly repairs during the early years of homeownership. 

Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance

• Homebuyers that meet program guidelines may receive up to $10,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance.  The average amount of assistance is $5,000.

Rehabilitation

• Rehabilitation includes items that may need to be repaired or replaced during the first few years of homeownership, such as: new furnace, updated electrical systems, new roof, etc.  Improvements for energy efficiency such as insulation and replacement windows are also eligible. Up to $25,000 is available for rehabilitation.  The average amount of assistance is $10,000.

Please call (231) 582-6244 for more information, or email Jane MacKenzie at jane@northernhomes.org