WHEDA More Like Home Repair & Renew Loan

Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs WHEDA More Like Home Repair & Renew Loan in its Madison, WI research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

WHEDA's More Like Home Repair and Renew Loan provides $5,000-$50,000 for repairs and energy-efficiency updates in homes more than 40 years old. Low-income homeowners can access a 0% interest, 5-year forgivable loan from a dedicated portion of the $50 million fund. All other qualified homeowners receive a low-interest loan. Eligible work includes roofing, insulation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.

Low-income borrowers: 0% forgivable over 5 years. Others: low-interest loan up to $50,000. Apply through participating lenders.

The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Loans from $5,000-$50,000 for homes 40+ years old
  • Low-income households: 0% interest, 5-year forgivable loan
  • Covers roofing, insulation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC
  • $50M statewide fund, first-come, first-served through participating lenders
  • Apply at morelikehomeloan.wheda.com or email home@wheda.com

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Deadline: First-come, first-served until $50M is depleted

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for WHEDA More Like Home Repair & Renew Loan in Madison, WI?

The Grant Map record states: $5,000-$50,000 low-interest loan; forgivable option for low income. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for WHEDA More Like Home Repair & Renew Loan in Madison?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for WHEDA More Like Home Repair & Renew Loan in Madison, WI?

Confirm the application route directly with Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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