Countering the Effects of Foreclosures
Harrison has seen over 80 foreclosures in the past three years. The Harrison Neighborhood Association (HNA) is working with PRG (Powderhorn Residents Group, Inc.) to support Harrison Homeowners and counteract the destabilizing effects of past and future Foreclosures.
How Rehab Work Keeps the Community Strong
When foreclosure can’t be prevented, HNA and PRG are working together to rehab and affordably resell homes that have been through foreclosure.
PRG has completed the construction of the first of our planned 10 rehabs. The home, on Logan Avenue, needed extensive repairs, including a drain tile system and new basement floor due to a high water table.
Now 525 Logan Avenue North is a beautiful and fully rehabbed four bedroom home available for purchase at $124,900 and truly affordable. Substantial subsidies are available further reducing the purchase price. If your household income is less than $64,400 you can qualify for $29,000 is subsidies, and if your household is less than $42,000 then you may qualify for up to $54,000 making the mortgage as little as $70,400.
PRG shares HNA's Vision of Community
PRG works to make sure that current homeowners threatened with foreclosure have access to the information, support and resources that increase the likelihood that families can stay in their homes and remain in the neighborhood over the long-term.
PRG also believes that current Harrison residents should be Harrison’s future residents as well. So, if you’re thinking home ownership might be right for you, contact PRG to get started on the right foot. Whether you’re months or years away from home ownership, PRG is the right place to start to ensure your long-term success.
People create community, but the neighborhood housing stock is also a community asset. HNA and PRG are collaborating to keep vacant foreclosed homes from the wrecking ball and out of the reach of speculators.
PRG has been working in Minneapolis since 1976. (The organization started as Powderhorn Residents Group, but now serves the seven-county metro area with housing-related services). There are three areas where Harrison residents can make use of PRG’s services:
PRG’s counseling services are free (there is a $40 per household fee for the homebuyer workshops) and available to all residents. For more information on any of these services, see the brochure included in this newsletter, visit prginc.org or call (612) 721-7556.
Fresh Produce
“ Food from the ‘hood”
(Grown in gardens right here in the Harrison neighborhood)
Wednesdays : 3:30 – 6:30 pm
Sundays: 2:00 – 5:00pm
StreetWerks Youth
Farmer’s Mini-Market
1307 Glenwood Ave.
Partners: + Homegrown Minneapolis + Emerge
+ Harrison Neighborhood Association
+ Summer Solutions + Urban Farming
StreetWerks Youth
Farmer’s Mini-Market
“ Food from the ‘hood”
Partners:
Homegrown Minneapolis
Emerge
Harrison Neighborhood Association
Summer Solutions
Urban Farming
Call 612-374-4849 to volunteer and help with the event or to learn more about becoming an HNA Board Member!
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National Night Out August 3rd, 2010
National Night Out is great way to build community and improve your neighborhood. To learn more to the NNO Website or call the HNA office at 612-374-4849. We can help you plan and event or connect with one already organized!
We are on Facebook!
Become a fan of HNA's Facebook Page. There are updates, announcements and photos from past community events. It is another great way to stay informed about your neighborhood and connect with your community.
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