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Housing and Homeownership
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This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about Housing and Homeownership issues in Pennsylvania.
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SeniorLAW Helpline - 877 PA SR LAW (1-877-727-7529)
The statewide toll-free SeniorLAW Helpline - 877 PA SR LAW (877-727-7529) - provides free legal advice, information and referrals by telephone for all Pennsylvania seniors 60 and over. Read More
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Area Agencies on Aging
Your local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is the front door for aging services in your community. Your AAA is staffed with skilled workers who can provide information about services and also assist in obtaining access to those services. Use this finder to locate the specific Area Agency on Aging that covers your county. Content Detail
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Buying a Home
Information and tips from the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities on buying a home. [PDF] Content Detail
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Buying a Home
Consumer information pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association. [PDF] Content Detail
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Buying a Home
Information from Erie County Bar Association on the basic steps involved in buying a home. Content Detail
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Land Contracts
Information from the Erie County Bar Association on land contracts - installment sale agreements for the sale of real estate. Content Detail
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Land Disputes with Neighbors
Information from the Erie County Bar Association on common land disputes between neighbors. Content Detail
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Selling a Home
Information from the Erie County Bar Association you should know when planning to sell your home. Content Detail
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The Dangers of Rent-to-Own Agreements (Video)
This video from Community Legal Services of Philadelphia explains some potential problems that may present themselves in a Rent-to-Own arrangement to purchase a house, whereby you live in the house as a tenant, pay rent each month, and have the rent count toward the purchase of the property. Read More
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The Deed to Your Home
Information from SeniorLAW Center (Philadelphia) on what you need to know about your deed. [PDF] Content Detail
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Your Step-by-Step Mortgage Guide - From Application to Closing
Information from Freddie Mac for you to consider as you enter into a mortgage. Content Detail
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Shopping for a Mortgage
Information from the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities on shopping for a mortgage to finance or re-finance your home. [PDF] Content Detail
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Guidance for Homeowners - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
information for Homeowners from HUD. Content Detail
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Homeowners Insurance
Information and resources from the Pennsylvania Insurance Department to help answer your questions and help you understand your options regarding Homeowners Insurance. Content Detail
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PA Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program
Overview of programs from the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue including information on property tax relief; rebate estimate calculator; commonly asked questions; as well as downloadable forms and instruction booklet. Claimants or spouses 65 years of age or older; widows or widowers 50 years of age or older; and permanently disabled 18 years of age or older may qualify. Content Detail