Celebrate Homeownership Month Today
This June, we hope you take a few moments to reflect on the importance of “home.” While most of us have been staying at home and relying on its safety and stability, others have been working hard to stay on track to become or remain a homeowner. We’ve seen demand for INHP services, like one-on-one…
Read MoreHome Maintenance Schedule
Don’t forget! When you’re a homeowner, you are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of your property. Your mortgage payment won’t cover the cost of a handyman. Keep these tips in mind as you learn how best to manage your home’s maintenance. And, refer to INHP’s home maintenance schedule for a seasonal guide to help…
Read MoreWorking with a contractor
At times, you’ll need a skilled contractor to make repairs. Refer to this resource to prepare yourself for the process of finding, hiring and managing a contractor. It outlines: How to define your project A 10-step plan for selecting your contractor Warning signs to look for INHP also offers affordable home repair loans for repairs…
Read MoreSaving for a home? Here’s how INHP can help
Saving for homeownership may seem daunting, but INHP’s HUD-certified housing counselors will work with you one-on-one for up to two years so you can prepare finances, improve credit and save for a down payment. Here are three quick tips from INHP homeownership advisor Julia: Pay yourself first. Believe it or not, paying yourself first is…
Read MoreDownload INHP’s money management plan to track monthly expenses
Whether you’re saving for a home or simply trying to monitor your spending during COVID-19 circumstances, maintaining a balanced budget is an important step to achieving your goals. If you need a little extra help with your monthly budget, INHP can help. Our HUD-certified housing counselors use a money management plan to help clients track…
Read MoreOur Coronavirus response: INHP continues to serve families
Greetings, INHP is addressing the impact that COVID-19 will have on the families we serve. While this situation is ever-changing and will require INHP to adapt, it does not alter INHP’s mission. As we follow the leadership and recommendations from the World Health Organization, the Center for Disease Control, Indiana State Department of Health, Governor…
Read MoreINHP awarded $5.3 million by Lilly Endowment Inc.
Funds will support Indianapolis-based nonprofit’s operating costs to continue comprehensive strategies that promote housing choice and affordability INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 18, 2020) – Lilly Endowment Inc. has made a $5.3 million grant to the Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership® (INHP). The resources will support INHP’s 2020 operations to execute the nonprofit’s two-part mission: Increase affordable and sustainable…
Read MoreTax Credit Advisor features ETOD
A comprehensive summary of our innovative equitable transit-oriented development program is featured in the January 2020 edition of Tax Credit Advisor. Read about the progress we’ve experienced with partner Cinnaire since the program officially launched in February 2019 here: https://www.inhp.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Tax-Credit-Advisor-Jan.-2020.pdf Posted with permission by Tax Credit Advisor (www.housingonline.com/tax-credit-advisor/).
Read MoreFive tips for hiring a home repair contractor
Whether you’re making home repairs to your existing home or thinking about buying a fixer upper, you’ll likely need to hire a contractor to complete the project. Not sure how to find the right person for the job? Here are five tips to help you make sure repairs are done right: Start local: Hiring a…
Read MoreINHP selects eight nonprofits to receive funding for neighborhood revitalization initiatives
Nearly $900,000 to be awarded across Marion County INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership® (INHP) Board of Directors is pleased to announce eight Marion County neighborhood-serving organizations will be recipients of grant funds which will be used for operating support. With these resources, the recipients can focus on affordable housing preservation and development, and…
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