USDA Rural Development Housing Director, Pam Anglin, today recognized homeowners and the mortgage lender in celebration of June as Homeownership Month. Ms. Anglin presented a certificate to homeowners Becky and David Orton, recognizing their success at achieving the dream of homeownership. Donna Becker with First Midwest Bank was also acknowledged for her partnership in assisting the dream to come true.
"In rural communities, finding a home with the necessary accommodations for growing families can be difficult. What is needed is a well maintained and adequate home that families can be proud to call their own," said Ms. Anglin. "The Orton family is a great example of what it means to achieve the American Dream of homeownership. We are proud to be a part of their success."
After renting for a few years, the Ortons heard about the Rural Development Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program through a friend. They were very excited to hear there was a loan available at 100% because they had been trying to save towards a down payment for the purchase of their first home. When they were shown their current home, they knew within five seconds of walking in, it was perfect for them. Their home is an older home with lots of character, a beautiful deck and a great location. The Ortons feel very blessed to know they were able to purchase their first home with the assistance of Rural Development and First Midwest Bank.
Every June, USDA Rural Development celebrates National Homeownership Month to bring attention to the role housing plays in the U.S. economy. This year's theme, "Keys To Homeownership," celebrates the rural families who are working their way into the American dream by investing in a home of their own.
Further information on additional programs is available by visiting the USDA Missouri Rural Development website at http://www.rd.usda.gov/mo. Interested parties may also contact the Higginsville Office at (660) 584-8732 Ext 4.
USDA, through its Rural Development mission area, has an active portfolio of more than $218 billion in loans and loan guarantees. These programs are designed to improve the economic stability of rural communities, businesses, residents, farmers and ranchers and improve the quality of life in rural America.