How long is the family selection process?
It varies depending on the availability of homes. Who selects the families? The Family Selection Committee. What can be included as income? Reportable income, pensions, court ordered-child support, social security, disability, alimony, etc. Will cash income be included? Only if it can be documented. Does being a stay-at-home mom count against you? No, but there must be sufficient income for the house payment and other expenses. Can one person qualify for a house? Yes. Can a relative help me qualify even if that relative won’t be living there? No. Must a divorce be finalized before I can get a home? Yes, property division should be final. What if I’m not a legal resident? You must be a legal resident. Special cases will be reviewed. Will you let us know when you’ll be coming for a home visit and the purpose of the visit? Yes. What are the ways I can do my sweat equity hours? You may volunteer at any of Sumter Humanity for Humanity’s construction sites, at various orientation meetings, i
