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Here’s just a small sample of the many Portland Housing Center customer success stories. Come into our office today, and start writing yours!
Here’s just a small sample of the many Portland Housing Center customer success stories. Come into our office today, and start writing yours!
Enrique and his family credit Portland Housing Center’s assistance with their ability to buy a home. Now they recommend Portland Housing Center to everyone.
Enrique lived with his wife, children and grandchildren in an apartment before they found out about the Portland Housing Center. As their rent continued to rise, it became clear that they could get more for their money if they owned a home, rather than continuing to rent. At one point, the family tried to achieve homeownership on their own, but couldn’t afford to make the leap without a little help. After hearing about the Portland Housing Center from a friend, they decided to sign up and start the process again. Step by step their HomeBuying Specialist Humberto helped them get prepared for homeownership, providing valuable information on the process, reassurance, and motivation. Portland Housing Center’s Financial Fitness and HomeBuying101 classes helped to change the family’s relationship with money and prepared them for the purchase process.
With preparation and financial resources from the Portland Housing Center, Enrique’s family was finally able to realize their dream. Utilizing both the Mortgage Assistance Program (MAP) loan, a 20% second mortgage, and Portland Housing Center’s Individual Development Account Program provided the extra boost they needed to afford a home. Now they enjoy the freedom and privacy that comes with having their own space. They’ve enjoyed making the space their own, painting and working in the garden. They also feel more connected to their community, with great access to schools, stores, and public transit. They love their new home in Beaverton.
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Financial Fitness Helps Muhammad’s Family Get on the Same Page Financially
Muhammad, a teacher, and his family spent around a year working with PHC to prepare for homeownership. They appreciated all the services they received, but especially loved the Financial Fitness class. It was so helpful in getting them to talk about money in their own marriage, kickstarting their savings and work on their credit, they think all married couples should take it whether or not they plan to purchase.
They also were able to utilize the IDA program and great Lenders and Realtors on the Portland Housing Center partner list who helped make the process smooth. Despite a competitive market and touring 50 plus homes, their patience paid off and they found a great home in a neighborhood they loved. They love enjoying family dinners at their own dining room table, sharing in the bounty of their neighbors’ garden, and volunteering at their children’s school.
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2 weeks ago
Our own Shalonda Menefee was on Think Out Loud yesterday to discuss our participation in the Portland Housing Bureau's Preference Policy. ... See MoreSee Less
Five years after its passage, how is the Portland preference housing policy working?
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In 2015, the city of Portland passed an affordable housing strategy that was the first of its kind in the nation: It would give preference for housing and home loans to those who’d been displaced fr...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
Portland Housing Center
4 weeks ago
Start planning now for when your student loan payments resume. ... See MoreSee Less
How to Plan for the End of Student Loan Forbearance
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The good news is the federal student loan payment freeze has been extended through Feb. 1, which gives borrowers some additional breathing room. However, since additional student debt relief beyond th...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
Portland Housing Center
1 month ago
The Property Line: Buyers Face Emotional Journey in 2021 - NerdWallet
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First time home buyers face emotional highs and lows in 2021. Here are ways to manage your emotions.Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
Portland Housing Center
2 months ago
6 Ways to Instill a Positive Money Mindset
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Many of us know what we’re supposed to do when it comes to basic money management – spend less than you earn, save an emergency fund, and invest for retirement. However, establishing go...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Portland Housing Center will be closed Thursday, November 26th - Friday, November 27th. We wish everyone a safe and healthy Thanksgiving! ... See MoreSee Less
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Phone: (503) 282-7744
Hours: 9 am-5pm, Monday to Friday
Portland Office
3233 NE Sandy Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
We’re on the #12 TriMet bus line.
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Beaverton Office
4900 SW Griffith Dr, Suite 123
Beaverton, OR 97005
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