Homeowner
For Anterica Hicks, home is more than just a place to live; it’s a sanctuary and a foundation for stability. She believes that a home is what you make of it, and having her own space will provide a sense of security and stability not only for herself but also for her son.
Currently, Anterica faces the challenge of finding an affordable home in the housing market. After moving out of her overpriced apartment, she moved in with her mother on October 19, 2020, to save money and improve her credit. Despite taking all the necessary steps, including completing a first-time homebuyer class and obtaining a preapproval, she struggled to find a house within her budget. This prolonged search left her feeling hopeless, but she remained determined to provide a stable environment for her son.
Anterica decided to apply for Habitat for Humanity’s affordable homeownership program after struggling for over a year to find an affordable house. She saw Habitat as a beacon of hope in an otherwise challenging housing market.
Growing up, Anterica had a decent childhood. Her mother, who owned the home they grew up in and still has it to this day, taught her independence and did her best to provide for six children of her own and two from her stepfather. Anterica became pregnant at 16 with her only child, Demetrius, and got her first apartment at 18. Since then, she has been striving to create a better future for herself and her son. Now, she dreams of owning a home that can be passed down through generations, providing stability and security for her family.
For Anterica Hicks, home is more than just a place to live; it’s a sanctuary and a foundation for stability. She believes that a home is what you make of it, and having her own space will provide a sense of security and stability not only for herself but also for her son.
Currently, Anterica faces the challenge of finding an affordable home in the housing market. After moving out of her overpriced apartment, she moved in with her mother on October 19, 2020, to save money and improve her credit. Despite taking all the necessary steps, including completing a first-time homebuyer class and obtaining a preapproval, she struggled to find a house within her budget. This prolonged search left her feeling hopeless, but she remained determined to provide a stable environment for her son.
Anterica decided to apply for Habitat for Humanity’s affordable homeownership program after struggling for over a year to find an affordable house. She saw Habitat as a beacon of hope in an otherwise challenging housing market.
Growing up, Anterica had a decent childhood. Her mother, who owned the home they grew up in and still has it to this day, taught her independence and did her best to provide for six children of her own and two from her stepfather. Anterica became pregnant at 16 with her only child, Demetrius, and got her first apartment at 18. Since then, she has been striving to create a better future for herself and her son. Now, she dreams of owning a home that can be passed down through generations, providing stability and security for her family.