homeownership


Important Update:
Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County is not currently accepting applications for our Homeownership Program as we have shifted our focus to providing safe and affordable housing through our Rental and Repair Programs. While the Homeownership Program is not available at this time, we remain dedicated to creating opportunities for stable and secure housing in our community. Please contact us for more information about our current programs.
“Sweat Equity”
“Sweat Equity” refers to the hands-on involvement of Habitat homebuyers in the work necessary to build their house. A family must commit to complete 300 hours of “sweat equity.” Friends and others can contribute up to 100 of these hours on their behalf.
It is considered part of the down-payment of their house.
The benefits include hands-on education on the workings of a home and a sense of pride and ownership in the home you help build. It also builds skills necessary to maintain their new home.