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Martin Luther King Jr.’s Fair Housing Legacy

Buying a home has long been a cherished part of the American Dream, but when Captain Edward Brooke returned as a decorated serviceman from World War II, his desire to buy a home was impeded by one simple fact: He … Continue reading

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How a New Program Can Pay You to Go Green

Wearing one ugly Christmas sweater for a party can be fun, but if soaring energy costs have you wearing all your sweaters at once to avoid raising your thermostat, you may feel less than jolly. Fortunately, a new federal program … Continue reading

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MFLCares about Easterseals Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa – Easterseals Iowa is Midwest Family Lending’s December charity and has received a $1500 donation through MFLCares. “We are honored to be selected by Midwest Family Lending Corporation as their December MLFCares charity”, says Sherri Nielsen, President … Continue reading

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Could Your Home Equity Be the Best Gift Ever?

Giving gifts is one of the joys of the holidays. There’s nothing like that feeling you get when you share a present with a loved one and see their face light up with excitement and gratitude. And let’s face it, … Continue reading

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MFLCares about Single Parent Provision

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – Single Parent Provision is Midwest Family Lending’s November charity and has received a $1500 donation through the MFLCares program. “We are grateful to Midwest Family Lending for their partnership with Single Parent Provision in supporting … Continue reading

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The ABC’s of ADU’s: 5 Things to Know About Accessory Dwelling Units

Relationships are hard. You think you’ve found “The One” you’ll spend the rest of your life with, but then as time goes on, your wants and needs change. You think it might be time to move on, but you’re willing … Continue reading

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MFLCares about Volunteer Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa – Volunteer Iowa is a state agency charged with connecting Iowans of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities to use service as a means for addressing pressing community challenges. With a vision to create an Iowa where … Continue reading

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These Eco-Friendly Features Can Help Your Home Sell Faster

Saving the planet is a good reason to make your home more environmentally friendly, and so is lowering your energy and water bills. Now you can add a third benefit: A faster home sale and higher asking price when it’s … Continue reading

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MFLCares about Bryce’s Warriors

DES MOINES, Iowa – Bryce’s Warriors Inc. is our featured charity for the month of September and has received a $1500 donation through Midwest Family Lending’s MFLCares program. “We couldn’t be more grateful to MFLCares for their generosity in donating … Continue reading

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When to DIY and When to Hire a Pro

The home improvement shows make it look SO easy. Shiplap. Barn doors. Bamboo floors. More shiplap. And who wouldn’t want to take a sledgehammer to the kitchen cabinets that haven’t been fashionable since before disco died? But take a deep … Continue reading

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