What Shared Equity Really Means – And Why It Works

Shared equity homeownership is one of the most effective tools Vermont has for keeping homes affordable—now and for the next generation of buyers. But for many people, the concept feels unfamiliar. What does “shared equity” actually mean? Who does it help? And why has it become such a powerful pathway to stability in communities across …

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Budgeting, Belonging, and Building Toward a Stable Future

Stability isn’t built overnight. It’s built through small decisions, small habits, and small moments of confidence that add up overtime. For many Vermonters, financial stability begins long before buying a home. It starts with understanding their budget, strengthening their credit, and getting the support they need to plan for the future. Cornerstone Housing Partners helps …

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Shared Equity Provides Affordable Homeownership

Cornerstone Housing Partners Shared Equity Program helps ensure long-term homeownership affordability. Qualified buyers can purchase a home at a below-market price thanks to an investment from Cornerstone Housing Partners. This investment serves as the buyer’s down payment, reducing mortgage costs and making homeownership more affordable. The house at 32 Pageant Street in Bennington was purchased …

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Six Ways We Help Vermonters Build Housing Stability

Across Vermont, thousands of people are working toward greater stability—financially, emotionally, and within their homes. Cornerstone Housing Partners and NeighborWorks Alliance of Vermont exist to make that journey easier. Whether someone is buying their first home, repairing the one they have, or exploring shared equity options, our goal is the same: to help Vermonters build …

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