Our Blog
Welcome to Idaho Housing and Finance Association’s new blog, where you will learn about our many products and services, their impact in Idaho, and related industry news and announcements. Read about our team’s activities as we work together to fulfill our mission to improve lives and strengthen communities in Idaho.
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You Own Your Home – Now Make Your Credit Work for You
Read Article: You Own Your Home – Now Make Your Credit Work for YouStrong 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 […]
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Is Making Extra Mortgage Payments Right for You?
Read Article: Is Making Extra Mortgage Payments Right for You?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 […]
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Mortgage Payment Timing: What You Need to Know
Read Article: Mortgage Payment Timing: What You Need to KnowLife 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 […]
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Improve Your Home Without Going Into Debt
Read Article: Improve Your Home Without Going Into DebtYes, 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 […]
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From Renters to Proud Homeowners: How Bruno and Katherine Made It Happen
Read Article: From Renters to Proud Homeowners: How Bruno and Katherine Made It HappenWhen 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 […]
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From Hard Work to Homeowner: JaLynne’s Journey to Her First Home
Read Article: From Hard Work to Homeowner: JaLynne’s Journey to Her First HomeJaLynne’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 […]
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From Renting to Owning: How One Idaho Family Found Stability
Read Article: From Renting to Owning: How One Idaho Family Found StabilityWhen 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 […]
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Rate Relief for First-Time Homebuyers in Idaho
Read Article: Rate Relief for First-Time Homebuyers in IdahoBuying your first home in Idaho just got more affordable. Idaho Housing recently increased income and sales price limits for its First Loan Tax-Exempt home loan product. This means more […]
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