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Housing First Minnesota Honors 2024 Legislators of the Year

Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for housing, has recognized Sen. Lindsey Port (DFL-Burnsville) and Rep. Michael Howard (DFL-Richfield) as recipients of the 2024 Legislator of the Year awards. The honor recognizes legislators for their efforts in promoting housing affordability and homeownership opportunities for everyone, everywhere. “During the 2024…

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Minnesota’s Homebuilding Industry Honors its Best at the 2024 Building Industry Gala

Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for the housing industry, is pleased to announce the recipients of its coveted 2024 Builder of the Year, Remodeler of the Year, Associate of the Year and other housing awards including 12 Reggie Awards and 16 Remodeler of Merit Awards (ROMAs).   The awards were presented during Housing First Minnesota’s…

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Pace of construction slows in September

Twin Cities homebuilding saw a drop in activity in September despite lowering mortgage rates. Metro homebuilders pulled 524 permits for single-family homes during the month of September – a 20% decrease over last year. Multifamily construction also experienced year-over-year declines. Builders pulled permits for just 181 multifamily units in September…

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Fall Remodelers Showcase to Run September 27-29

Housing First Minnesota is proud to present the 2024 Fall Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase, designed to connect area homeowners with remodelers. The tour lets families see real remodeling projects and learn how remodeling can help them remain in their community when their homes no longer fit…

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The Fall Parade of Homes Opens September 6

Housing First Minnesota proudly presents the 2024 Fall Parade of Homes. With over 75 years of legacy in the metro area, the Twin Cities Parade of Homes has been the go-to resource for Twin Cities’ families to discover, free of charge, the wide range of homes and neighborhoods. This fall,…

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Housing First Minnesota PAC Announces Legislative Endorsements

Housing First Minnesota’s Political Action Committee (PAC) is proud to endorse 44 candidates for election and re-election to the Minnesota legislature. Housing First Minnesota’s PAC endorsement reflects each candidate’s demonstrated commitment to a vibrant housing market that ties together the communities of our great state. These leaders share our goals of providing…

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Homebuilding Activity Slow in July, While Demand Remains Strong

Roseville, Minn – Summer homebuilding in the Twin Cities saw slower momentum in July as interest rates and affordability challenges continue to impact the housing market. Metro homebuilders pulled 452 permits for single-family homes during the month of July. This is a 1% increase over last year. Additionally, multifamily construction…

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Housing First Minnesota Honors 21 Legislators with 2024 Housing Leadership Award

Housing First Minnesota named 21 Minnesota state legislators as recipients of the 2024 Housing Leadership Award. This honor recognizes legislators who went above and beyond to promote housing affordability and homeownership during the 2024 legislative session. For the first time in decades, housing supply, affordability, land use and zoning reform…

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