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HELOC for Home Improvement: What Michigan Homeowners Need to Know
The state’s harsh winters and older-than-average housing stock mean Michigan homeowners often need to renovate more often. The good news is that a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can make those renovations far easier to finance. Using smart financing and finding the right renovation projects can translate into serious long-term benefits. Here, we explain how to make that choice based on your unique needs.
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HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan for Michigan Homeowners
Even after an interest rate cut in 2025, Michiganders are still getting squeezed between high borrowing costs and rises in the cost of living. That’s made paying for things like home improvements or even retirement more difficult than ever. Fortunately, in times like this, Michigan homeowners can turn to their own home equity to finance their needs and wants more conveniently and affordably.
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Additional $220k secured for affordable housing in Michigan
In 2024, we committed $60,000 to purchase over 20 acres of land destined for affordable housing in northeastern Michigan. Thanks to their relentless pursuit of doing the right thing, it was only the beginning…
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Expanding and Preserving Homeownership in Otsego-Antrim Habitat for Humanity
Home repair is a critical part of ensuring safe and stable housing for individuals and their families. The Relentless Care Foundation is honored to support Otsego-Antrim Habitat for Humanity with a $10,000 grant to further their critical home repair program.
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Expanding Access to Affordable Housing in Michigan
We partnered with Samaritas to expand access to affordable housing across Michigan.
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Advancing Affordable Housing Development with CEDAM
The Relentless Care Foundation awarded a $20,000 grant to the Community Economy Development Association of Michigan, CEDAM, a nonprofit association that works to build vibrant communities across Michigan, supporting them in their efforts to expand access to affordable housing, drive greater economic growth, and increase household wealth.
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Working Together to Build Affordable Housing in Northeast Michigan
Housing affordability is a crisis in Michigan, but by working together, we can solve it. The Relentless Care Foundation is proud to support Habitat for Humanity Northeastern Michigan with a $30,000 grant to bring new, affordable, modular homes to the village of Hillman.
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Mortgages as Forced Savings?
A guide to understanding how mortgages can help train you to save better.
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Building Opportunity in Detroit with the Black Legacy Advancement Coalition
The Relentless Care Foundation is honored to support the Black Legacy Advancement Coalition with a $25,000 grant to establish The Home for Women, a residence for young women in transition from hardship to hope. Residents will join a supportive community that nurtures growth and success with mentorship programs and career guidance.
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What is a HELOC?
Everything you need to know about a Home Equity Line of Credit
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Is Buying or Renting Right for You?
A straight-forward guide to deciding if you should rent or buy your home.
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Home Improvement Budget Tips
Follow this guide for easy home improvement tips on a budget so you can finally ditch those old kitchen cabinets!