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Resident asks Boston to create senior home-repair fund for owners with houses in trusts

2784247 · March 27, 2025
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A Dorchester resident requested the council consider a $1 million fund or grant mechanism so seniors who hold homes in trusts can access 0% loans or repairs; she said existing city loans exclude homes held in trust.

A Dorchester resident asked the council to create a dedicated fund or permanent vehicle to help low-income seniors repair long‑owned homes that are not eligible for existing 0% city loans because the properties are held in trusts.

Lisa Spagnolo…

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