

Your home isn’t just a place to live—it’s an investment. And one of the most powerful ways it impacts your finances is through home equity. But what exactly is equity, and

Strong credit opens doors—even after you’ve bought your home. Here’s how to keep it working for you. You’ve already reached a major financial milestone: homeownership. But maintaining strong credit continues

Your home is more than just a place to live. It’s a significant financial investment. We often get questions about whether making extra mortgage payments is a good idea. The

Life moves fast. Between work, family, and day-to-day responsibilities, it’s easy for your mortgage due date to slip your mind. But staying on top of your mortgage payment schedule is

Yes, you can add value to your home without emptying your savings or racking up debt. With a little elbow grease and a willingness to do it yourself, you can

When rising rent costs made Bruno and Katherine reconsider their living situation, they turned to Idaho Housing and Finance for guidance—and found so much more. With the help of a

JaLynne’s move-in day in Idaho Falls was filled with joy and celebration. With the help of friends—and a huge smile—she unpacked the first boxes into her very own home. “Today’s

When Tom and his wife, Faithann, found out they had to move out of their rental in St. Maries, they weren’t sure what to do next. With local rents rising