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Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund News IDA - Savings Match Program The Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund is now accepting applications for If you meet income guidelines, (if you qualify for earned income on your taxes you will meet the guidelines), you may qualify for a savings match HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS program with CTLF. You can use this program for Maximum Loan amount: $25,000.00. „ A business, which includes freworks inventory and more See us for terms and loan rates „ A down payment on a home. We can assist you with cleaning up your Criteria: credit as well as to qualify for the Housing programs. 1. Chehalis Tribal Member „ Higher education, including tuition, a computer, etc. 2. Homeowner 3. Title Insurance „ We now offer a savings match of 4:1. So if you save $100.00,we match it 4. Appraisal Report with $400.00. 5. Verifcation of income, including copies of tax returns, proof of You must save for a minimum of 6 months, be employed, and be a Chehalis employment Tribal member. 6. Must have 3 bids from licensed contractors, and a construction contract We now offer the Savings Match program to youth! signed off by CTLF 7. Verifcation of bank balance Julie Burnett, 8. Copy of deed or home buyer certifcation Executive Director 9. Credit Report 360-709-1831 10. Homeowners Insurance Diana Pickernell, 11. All loans must be auto pay with either employer or your bank Loan Coordinator Borrowers are responsible for obtaining all required building permits and 360-709-1631 other applicable fees. You do not have to buy the service Buying a car? It pays to do your homework. By Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson contract from the dealer. Get all Summer is in full swing, and so walk away if you don’t get it! detailed terms are in writing and you promises in writing. are car sales. Buying a car can be have agreed to, and signed, the fnal an overwhelming and intimidating Research a fair price for the car contract. Do not believe otherwise. Know the Lemon Law. 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