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In a drum major hat and with a megaphone, Anne Fenkner leads a parade to celebrate her final mortgage payment at a Wells Fargo branch. Her bright green sash says, in all capital letters: “FINAL PAYMENT.
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Payoff parade celebrates homeowner’s big moment

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Payoff parade celebrates homeowner’s big moment

Despite the pandemic, Anne Fenkner celebrates completing her final mortgage payment six years early with a COVID-19-compliant parade.

From right to left, Siesha and Kenya Andrews and their son, Malachi, stand together on a sunny day in front of their new two-story home in the Atlanta area. The text COVID-19 update is in the corner of the image.
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Homebuying tips amid the COVID-19 crisis

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Homebuying tips amid the COVID-19 crisis

One couple’s story shows the resilience of homebuyers as the housing market adjusts to new ways of buying.  

A man and a woman hold their coffee mugs while sitting at the end of their porch. Her head is on his shoulder. COVID-19 is written in the corner.
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Bringing resolve to meet a homeownership commitment

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Bringing resolve to meet a homeownership commitment

From the COVID-19 pandemic to soaring unemployment, African Americans face a number of challenges to homebuying this year. Cerita Battles of Wells Fargo discusses the commitment to boost African American homeownership amid adversity.

A woman and two little boys sit at a table with cereal bowls. The woman pours milk into one boy’s bowl while the other boy eats.
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How housing nonprofits are supporting families during COVID-19

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How housing nonprofits are supporting families during COVID-19

Housing nonprofits like Beyond Housing in St. Louis and LA Family Housing in Los Angeles are continuing to support their clients during the COVID-19 pandemic — while also pivoting their focuses to meet the immediate needs.

Smiling and looking into each other’s eyes, Mallory and D’Arcy Furniss stand in their baby nursery in front of the cribs for their twin sons who are due in May. Over the cribs are signs with the babies’ names: Conrad William & Harrison Robert.
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How one couple navigated buying their first home during a pandemic

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How one couple navigated buying their first home during a pandemic

Amid the COVID-19 crisis, first-time homeowners D’Arcy and Mallory Furniss joined hundreds of thousands of people across the U.S. who have bought homes this year despite the public health emergency and economic fallout.

A couple stands together at a large window in their home, looking out pensively as if wondering what the future may hold.
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Finding payment relief when work comes to a halt

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Finding payment relief when work comes to a halt

The COVID-19 crisis has left many people unemployed and others uncertain about their jobs. An Arizona couple received badly needed help from their Wells Fargo banker.

An aerial view shows Rolland Curtis Gardens, an affordable housing community that is located two blocks from the University of Southern California and adjacent to nearby health facilities and light rail transportation.
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From homeless to hope: Door opens to a better future

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From homeless to hope: Door opens to a better future

A new approach in Los Angeles may offer a solution to housing affordability nationwide. Abode Communities talks about their model and supporting residents during the COVID-19 crisis.

A man wearing a headset stares wistfully into the blurry distance. The text COVID-19 update is in the corner
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Steady voices help customers during crisis

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Steady voices help customers during crisis

Customers are seeking help with many issues, from refinancing to getting mortgage relief during the COVID-19 crisis. Two mortgage consultants talk about being there for customers during tough times.

With Lake Erie in the background, Amanda St. Clair holds son Carter in her arms while husband Matt holds their daughter Katrina.
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Helping to save a home and Carter

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Helping to save a home and Carter

Amanda St. Clair took a leave from work to care for her son Carter, who has leukemia. She feared the family would lose their home, but a life-changing bond with Cindy Hunting of Wells Fargo made all the difference.

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