Survey finds lack of decent wages Iowa's top problem
A Legal Services Corp of Iowa survey of nearly 1000 respondents shows lack of jobs paying decent wages as the biggest issue for Iowa's poor, with inadequate income second and high utility costs third. Focus groups cite racism and unequal police protection, rural isolation, and need for elder and child support, day care, housing, and health care access.
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Iowa sets 52 million low interest mortgage program
Iowa Finance Authority launches about 52 million in FHA and VA loans at 8.75 percent for 30 years to aid first time buyers. Income limits and price caps apply, with target areas and lenders guiding applicants. The program aims to fund roughly 1,300 homes and boost construction and existing home sales.
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