Habitat Partner Families

How to Apply

This is not a give-away program but a joint venture – selected Partner Families (homeowners) are involved in all aspects of the work. Each participant is required to invest 500 hours of "sweat equity" into the construction of their own and other Habitat for Humanity homes. Partner Families qualify for a zero interest, 20 to 30 year mortgage with adequate income and good credit, and a down payment that must be made before they are allowed to move into their new home.

Selection of families is non-discriminatory. Race, color, ethnic origin, religion, sex, and family composition are not factors. In addition, house plans are modified as needed, for those individuals that are physically challenged.

What are the requirements I need to meet?

1. Substandard living conditions

• Applicant would be currently coping with substandard living conditions which relate to overcrowding, dangerous living conditions, heating, water, electricity, bathroom facilities, plumbing or structural deficiencies or have an outlay of more than 40% of income for housing.

• Applicants must meet Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles's Income Guidelines

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• Applicants must not have open collection accounts, judgments, liens, etc.
  
• If Applicants have declared bankruptcy, it must have been discharged at least two years ago.

• Applicants must invest 500 hours of sweat equity in building their own home and those of their future neighbors.

• Applicants must demonstrate willingness and ability to maintain their Habitat for Humanity home properly.

• You must apply according to your current marital status: Single (includes divorced or widowed) - you can apply as a single person on your own or with another single person.  If you are married (include married or separated) you must include your spouse.  
• All applicants must be legal residents of the U.S.
  

How do I apply?