Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna Celebrates First Mortgage Burning

From Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna:

Ten years ago, Marion, a single mother of two, was struggling to make ends meet. She was making less than $20,000 a year, and, as much as she desired to own her own home, she did not see a way to make it work. Wanting to provide a better life for her children, she turned to Habitat and was approved to buy an affordable home in Edgewood.

Since then, Marion has become Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna’s first homebuyer to pay off her mortgage. She said, “We had some tough times during those years, but with the grace of God, we made it through as a family. I am truly so very proud that we have come so far.”

Marion’s story is a powerful example of how affordable housing programs can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals who may have limited financial resources. With the support of organizations like Habitat for Humanity, she was able to purchase a home that offered stability and a fresh start for her family. As she worked to improve her financial situation, Marion also explored various mortgage options, including programs specifically designed for people with less-than-perfect credit. For individuals in similar situations, mobile home loans for bad credit offer another potential path to homeownership, making it possible to own a safe and affordable living space despite past financial challenges.

With the right guidance and support, Marion was able to take steps toward building a better future, and she now serves as an inspiration to others facing financial obstacles. Mortgage providers and services that cater to people with diverse credit histories are essential in breaking down the barriers to homeownership. As more programs become available, it’s easier for individuals to find financing solutions tailored to their unique needs, whether for traditional homes, mobile homes, or other housing options. This growing flexibility in mortgage services is helping many families, like Marion’s, build the foundations of long-term stability and success.

Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna celebrated this milestone by holding a mortgage-burning ceremony Saturday May 23rd at the Habitat office in Bel Air. Executive Director, Karen Blandford invited Marion’s family and Board Members to participate in the event.

In the nine years that Marion has lived in her home, she has accomplished a lot and has so much to be proud of. Marion earned a college degree, got a higher paying job at UMBC and remarried. Marion’s children, Viktoria and Sheldon, are also now attending college. Through Habitat’s program, Marion saved $29,827 over what she would have paid in rent. Marion now proudly owns her home and continues to tend to her beautiful garden.