| | | |  | Homeownership through Habitat for Humanity EKCHomeownership CriteriaThe mission of Habitat for Humanity of East King County is to provide simple, decent, affordable housing to lower-income families on the Eastside.
For families earning less than 50 percent of the areas median income, owning a home in East King County is nearly impossible. Almost one-fourth of Eastside families pay more than 30 percent for housing; overcrowding and substandard conditions are not
atypical.
To be eligible for Habitats homeownership program, applicants must meet the following criteria: 1. Residency- Applicants must live or work in East King County
for at least one year prior to applying
- Applicants from Snoqualmie Valley will be given preference for homes built in Snoqualmie
2. Need- Overcrowding (three or more people to a bedroom)
- Unsafe or unsanitary conditions
- Paying 30 percent or more of gross income toward rent
3. Ability to Pay- Steady income sufficient to pay a monthly mortgage (approx. $750 per month)
- Earn 25 to 50 percent of the areas median income (see chart below)
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Habitat applicants may not exceed |
| Family of Six | $47,200 |
| Family of Five | $43,950 |
| Family of Four | $40,700 | |
Family of Three | $36,650 | |
Family of Two | $32,550 | |
Family of One | $28,550 |
4. Willingness to Partner- Work 500 hours on the construction of your home or other sweat equity projects
- Participate in homeowner trainings, such as budgeting and home repair
- Positively represent Habitat for Humanity in the community
5. First-time Homebuyer- Habitat homeowner applicants cannot have owned a home in the past three years
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