Using $50 million to revive Wisconsin's communities—one home at a time.
If your home was built before 1984, there's a good chance it may need repairs. That's why Wisconsin's governing body has committed $50 million to help revive our communities.
With the More Like Home™ Repair and Renew Loan, homeowners will get the repairs needed to renew their living spaces for years to come. Here, our support is more than just monetary—it’s a commitment to helping your house feel more like home. Find a lender and start today.
Loan Requirements
Is this loan forgivable?
The More Like Home™ Repair and Renew Loan dedicated a portion of the $50 million to providing low-income qualified homeowners with a 0% interest, 5-year forgivable loan. These program funds have been exhausted, but a lower-than-market rate loan is still available. Participating lenders will accept applications from qualified borrowers on a first-come, first-served basis until the funds are depleted.
What is the status of the funds for my loan?
Any More Like Home™ Repair and Renew Loan approved and rate-locked by a participating lender has reserved funds. Please continue to work with your lender and contractor to complete your repairs.
How do I learn more about the lower-than-market rate loan?
Participating lenders are taking applications for low-interest loans to qualified borrowers on a first-come, first-served basis until the funds are depleted. Contact a lender for more information.
What repairs qualify?
What safety improvements qualify?
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Only homes located in Wisconsin qualify for a More Like Home Loan.
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The house must be older than 40 years old.
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Only single-family residence, manufactured, condo, and 2-unit homes qualify for a More Like Home Loan.
Financing is available until the entire $50 million has been distributed.
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Only homes used as a primary residence qualify for a More Like Home Loan.
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Financing is available until the entire $50 million has been distributed.
Statewide Coverage.
Branch location: La Crosse
Must live in or work in La Crosse County or any government employee within a 60-mile radius of the branch.
Currently not taking new applications as of 11/14/24
Service area includes counties of Grant, Iowa, Lafayette, Dane and Green counties.
Branch locations: Platteville, Mt Horeb, Mineral Point, Belmont and Cuba City
Service area includes counties of Barron, Brown, Calumet, Chippewa, Clark, Door, Eau Claire, Forest, Florence, Kewaunee, Lincoln, Manitowoc, Marathon, Marinette, Oconto, Oneida, Outagamie, Portage, Taylor, Vilas, Winnebago, Wood.
Currently not taking new applications as of 10/25/24
Service area includes counties of Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Brown, Door, Racine, Kenosha, Washington.
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Currently not taking new applications as of 11/12/2024
Service area includes all counties where a branch location is listed.
Branch locations: Adams, Avoca, Camp Douglas, Cassville, Cazenovia, Cobb, Dickeyville, Elroy, Endeavor, Gays Mills, Hillsboro, Lancaster, La Valle, Lone Rock, Mauston, New Lisbon, Oxford, Prairie du Chien, Richland Center, Spring Green, Viroqua.
Service area includes counties of Adams, Brown, Calumet, Chippewa, Clark, Eau Claire, Fond du Lac, Jackson, Marathon, Outagamie, Portage, Shawano, Taylor, Trempealeau, Waupaca, Waushara, Winnebago, and Wood.
Branch locations: Stevens Point, Marshfield, Neillsville, and Neenah.
Service area includes counties of Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Kewaunee, and Door.
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Knowing that a qualified and reliable contractor is handling your home repairs makes a difference. A licensed and insured contractor follows building codes and regulations–increasing the safety of your home and ensuring the longevity of the repairs.
Connect with a licensed and insured contractor in your area for peace of mind and expert results.
Benefits of a Renewed Space
Protect your home's structural integrity and prevent insurance complications with a well-maintained roof.
Repairing a roof reduces your energy costs and increases your property value.
Aging in place offers significant health and emotional benefits by maintaining comfort, familiarity, autonomy, and quality of life.
Improve safety and quality with the More Like Home™ Repair & Renew Loan.
Transform the functionality of your home by repairing or replacing your heating, electrical, or plumbing systems.
Energy-efficient improvements lower monthly utility costs–giving you one less thing to stress about.