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Where can I find information concerning assistance with making a down payment on a home?

For information on obtaining assistance with making a down payment on a home, contact the following: City of Jackson’s Office of Housing and Community Development – 601.960.2155 Mississippi Home Corporation – 601.718.4636 University of Southern Mississippi. Housing – Home Of Your Own (HOYO) – 601.266.5163 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – 601.965.4773

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I represent a non-profit organization that provides housing to low and medium income families. How can I obtain a tax forfeiture list of properties?

For a comprehensive list of available properties, please contact the Office of the Secretary of State at 601.359.1350 or send a written correspondence to P.O. Box 136, Jackson, MS 39205. Additionally, you can find more information here. If suitable property is found that is currently tax-forfeited property owned by the State, you may contact the...

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What services does the Office of Housing and Community Development provide?

OHCD administers funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to implement activities outlined in the City’s five-year Consolidated Plan such as, but not limited to: Local Non-Profit Agencies Housing Rehabilitation Programs Housing Development Initiatives Lead Based Paint Remediation Services