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Michigan Home Loan Program - 5:05

with Mary Townley of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Posted May 31, 2017

Are you looking to purchase a home? Buying a home is a big step. Whether it's your first home or your next home, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority provides financial and technical assistance through public and private partnerships to create and preserve safe and decent affordable housing.

Hosted by: Laurel Hess Produced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team

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