Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Funds Available For Low-Interest Home Repair


In the past, the Dorchester Times has mentioned the state of disrepair of a handful of properties in town.  As a result, we have been criticized by some readers for failing to recognize that the owners of such properties are low income.  

To those who have criticized us, we directly ask you to spread the word about the following program.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has just announced adequate funding remains available to assist very low income households with home repairs.   For those who own and occupy homes in need of essential repairs and who are wondering how to get financing, USDA Rural Development can help with grants and low-interest loans for homeowners in rural communities. Dorchester is eligible for this program.

Applicants must own and occupy the home and not exceed income guidelines established by county and household size. The family’s income must below 50% of the county median income.  For many counties in Nebraska, the income limit for a one person household is $21,350; two person, $24,400; three person, $27,450; four person, $30,500 and five person, $32,950.  However, some counties may have higher income limits.  Please contact your USDA Rural Development office for the details in your county, or call (402) 437-5563.

For more information, visit http://www.rd.usda.gov/neYou may also contact Single Family Housing Specialist Krista Mettscher at 402-437-5518, krista.mettscher@ne.usda.gov.

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