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Evers creating homeowners assistance program

MADISON, WI (AP)--   A new program for homeowners in Wisconsin will make nearly $93 million in federal money available to help people keep their homes.

It would help those who are struggling with paying bills, including mortgages and property taxes, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Governor Tony Evers announced the Wisconsin Help for Homeowners program on Monday. The state is partnering with the Wisconsin Community Action Program Network, member agencies, the state treasurer, and Take Root Wisconsin to develop the program.

Evers’ office said the goal is to prevent homeowner mortgage delinquencies, defaults, foreclosures, loss of utilities or home energy services, and displacement.

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