Take Root Milwaukee is a valuable resource that provides free or low-cost, trustworthy and confidential assistance to help you purchase and keep your new home, in addition to alternatives to foreclosure.

National Mortgage Settlement and Independent Review announced for those who have faced foreclosure.  Both offer potential compensation or other remedy to homeowners who may have experienced financial injury because of errors or other problems during their home foreclosure process.  Click here to learn more.

Buying A Home

Take Root Milwaukee offers comprehensive consumer education, credible housing professionals, a list of eligible properties, trusted lenders, and for those who qualify, financial assistance.  Learn about how to purchase a foreclosed home, the City of Milwaukee's "Dollar Home" program and more resources that will help you attain the goal of  homeownership.  Take Root Milwaukee's trusted community participants will lead you every step of the way. With your determination and our programs, you and your family will soon settle into your new home located in a sustainable and revitalized neighborhood.

Keeping Your Home

If you already own your home and are having a difficult time, need a modification, or if your home has decreased in value and you want to refinance, we are here to help. By understanding foreclosure, what may lead up to it, and the foreclosure process, you can be in a better position to recognize and address potential problems that may impact your ability to make every mortgage payment on time.

 

Take Root Milwaukee recognized for Outstanding Collaborative Effort

On March 30, 2011, the Milwaukee Homeownership Consortium/Take Root Milwaukee was recognized with the Northern Trust Navigator Award at the Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development and Innovation (MANDI).  The 12th annual MANDIs were held at the Pfister Hotel and six groups were recognized for their achievements by Local Initiatives Support Corporation.