Home Ownership

Habitat for Humanity builds more than houses,  it builds lives and community as well.  This will answer some of your questions about what it will mean to become a Habitat Partner and Family.

The family selection process is impartial.  Neither age, sex, race or religion play a part in the choice.  We are looking for poorly housed people with no way to buy a home or their own and who will help build their own house, as they are able.  We also want people who will be responsible about house payments and home maintenance and who will help spread the good news of Habitat to the rest of the community.

Our volunteer builders have many other responsibilities and donate their time to Habitat for Humanity.  Additionally, it takes a while to raise the necessary funds as well.  The process will probably take longer than expected.  Please be patient and know that we will do our best, with God's help, to meet your expectations.

We ask all future homeowners to help spread the good news of Habitat for Humanity.  This will be part of the 400 hours of "sweat equity" to be earned.  Partner families will be working with all volunteers and will sign up to work on days and times that fit their schedule.  You may be asked to work in groups or help plan and carry out fun events like groundbreaking celebrations or the dedication of a new home.  It is through activities like these that you become acquainted with other partner families.

Your Income Must Be

Family of 1 - $11,150 to $29,750 Family of 2 - $12,750 to $34,000 Family of 3 - $14,350 to $38,250 Family of 4 - $15,950 to $42,500 Family of 5 - $17,250 to $45,900 Family of 6 - $18,500 to $49,300 Family of 7 - $19,800 to $52,700 Family of 8 - $21,050 to $56,100

TO QUALIFY YOU MUST:

1. Worked or lived in Benton County for one year.
2. Have steady, legal income.
3. Meet income guidelines.
4. Read and discuss with Family Selection committee materials that will be provided when you make your request to apply.
5. Must have the ability to pay a $600 down payment and work 400 "sweat equity" hours.

If you think you might qualify for home ownership contact our office at 479-273-3638 or request an application by using our "Join E-Mail List" button on our "home" page.