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Homelessness

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Holding a Family Together Through Housing Support

IFA-supported housing assistance through HOME Inc. helped Monique stabilize her family and finances.

January 26, 2026

Family standing in front of HOME Inc. wall

Rental Programs

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Making Retirement Living More Affordable

IFA housing tax credits support affordable housing for fixed-income retirees.

January 26, 2026

Homelessness

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From Program Participant to Housing Navigator

Through Emergency Rental Assistance distributed by IFA, Kaylara found stability—and now helps others find it too.

January 23, 2026

Family standing in front of newly built house.

State Housing Trust Fund

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Essential Repairs for Lasting Home Comfort

Regional Housing Trust Fund support helped replace Susan’s HVAC system affordably.

January 23, 2026

State Housing Trust Fund

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Helping a Longtime Home Remain Safe and Livable

State Housing Trust Fund support helped Todd and Catherine address critical repair needs and safely remain in their longtime home.

January 22, 2026

Couple standing in front of blue house with new roof

State Housing Trust Fund

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Move-In Ready Housing Within Reach

With IFA down payment assistance, the Hoeger family was able to afford a move-in ready home.

January 22, 2026

Mom and Dad stacking blocks with two children.

State Housing Trust Fund

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Transforming Critical Repairs Into Peace of Mind

Affordable, critical home repairs made possible through Local Housing Trust Fund that brought safety, efficiency, and lasting peace of mind.

January 22, 2026

Woman standing in front of newly installed windows.

Homeownership

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Turning Financial Hesitation Into a First Home

For Christina, what felt like financial barriers to homeownership became manageable with IFA’s down payment assistance.

January 22, 2026

Homeownership

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From “Someday” to Homeowner

IFA’s down payment assistance turned Chelsea’s “someday” plan into closing on her home.

January 22, 2026

Family standing in front of home with keys

Homeownership

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When Homeownership Made Everyday Life Easier

IFA homeownership programs helped Sadie build a life close to her classroom.

January 22, 2026

Female in teacher shirt standing in front of house.

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Iowa Stories

Holding a Family Together Through Housing Support

Making Retirement Living More Affordable

From Program Participant to Housing Navigator

Essential Repairs for Lasting Home Comfort

Helping a Longtime Home Remain Safe and Livable

Move-In Ready Housing Within Reach

Transforming Critical Repairs Into Peace of Mind

Turning Financial Hesitation Into a First Home

From “Someday” to Homeowner

When Homeownership Made Everyday Life Easier

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