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What it would take to close the racial housing gap
The Twin Cities have one of the largest gaps in the country when it comes to homeownership rates between black and white residents. Two experts share their ideas on closing the gap.
3.4M homeowners skip payments; many are scared, say Congress needs to act
Homeowners say that to catch up on payments, lenders demand big balloon payments they can't afford. Advocates want Congress to mandate that missed payments simply be added to the end of the loan term.
Nearly 3 million homeowners get mortgage help, but others hit roadblocks
Congress ordered lenders to let homeowners who've been hurt financially in the crisis to skip mortgage payments. Many are getting that help, but others say their lenders aren't playing by the rules.
Renovation during isolation
Anecdotal reports suggest millions of Americans are tackling home renovations now that they are stuck there. Got a question about how to proceed with your project? We’ve got answers.
Minnesota was making gains on its housing shortage — then coronavirus hit
Construction workers are considered essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, but a recent survey found many firms are delaying projects and laying off workers.
State housing help likely on the way as part of pandemic response
Many Minnesotans out of work because of COVID-19 are starting to face their first rent and mortgage payments since the state’s stay-at-home order went into effect. Some are finding relief. Many are wondering what help they may get.
Gov. Walz orders Minnesotans to stay at home — what about those who don't have homes?
Hennepin County is moving homeless seniors and others in high-risk groups to hotels to isolate. Night shelters are preparing to stay open 24 hours a day, but it’s a heavy lift.
Census 2020: Minn. cities move to make sure renters get counted
State officials say renters are the most under-counted group in Minnesota. And those residents could make the difference in determining whether the state holds on to an eighth Congressional seat.