Mortgage Rate Cut For Military Personnel
Under the 1940 Solders and Sailors Civil Relief Act, HUD is advising all FHA approved lenders to reduce mortgage interest rates to no more than 6% for military personnel on active duty. The relief act also prohibits any mortgage lender… Continue reading
Free Emergency Housing and Childcare in NYC
The YMCA is an international community services organization that promotes positive values through programs that build spirit, mind and body welcoming all people with a focus on youth. The YMCA of Greater New York is offering emergency housing, childcare and… Continue reading
Is Your Drinking Water Safe?
According to the National Consumer Water Survey, 75% of those surveyed have concerns about the quality of the water they drink. Many people are purchasing bottled water or water purification devices for drinking water, but is it a wise use… Continue reading
Extra Money to Live On
Struggling to pay bills because you or your child are disabled? Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides funds to individuals who are 65 or older, or blind, or have a disability and who don’t own much or have a lot of… Continue reading
How To Keep Your Air Clean Of Asbestos, Carbon Monoxide, and Second Hand Smoke
You don’t need to hire some high priced consultants to find how to keep the air in your home clean of pollution and other toxic substances. The Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse is the expert on all forms of indoor… Continue reading
Money For Buying a Condo Or Co-op
In 1999 the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will finance about $9 billion for people to buy condominiums. This is almost double the amount financed in 1997. The program is called Mortgage Insurance – Purchase of Units in… Continue reading
United Methodist Church Offers Pastoral Care & Assistance
The United Methodist Committee on Relief is offering pastoral care to traumatized survivors, rescue workers, news media staff, family members, and the thousands of neighbors who witnessed the tragedy and its ongoing aftermath. UMCOR will provide assistance for individuals who… Continue reading
Money To Pay Your Heating Bill
Storm windows, insulation, and even weather-stripping, can help reduce your fuel bill. Families can receive assistance to weatherize their homes and apartments at no charge if you meet certain income guidelines. States allocate dollars to nonprofit agencies for purchasing and… Continue reading
Baptist Aid
The Baptist World Aid provides food, shelter, blankets, medicines and other forms of assistance to those who suffered a natural or man-made disaster. Assistance can include the rebuilding of homes and churches once the immediate needs are met. For more… Continue reading
Guaranteed Home Loans For Victims Of Disaster
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) assists victims of major disasters in the purchasing a home by providing insured loans. These loans may be used to finance the purchase or reconstruction of a one-family home that will be… Continue reading
