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LISTEN: In today’s market, can doing good help agents do well?

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Atlanta broker-owner Amy McCoy joins Dr. Lee Davenport for a discussion of community advocacy and housing equity. Continue reading →

‘Make the pie bigger:’ New York moves on 1st hotel conversion

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A struggling Hilton hotel, near John F. Kennedy International Airport, will be converted to nearly 300 affordable housing units, according to a plan unveiled last week by developer Slate Property group that was first reported by The New York Times. Continue reading →

LISTEN: It’s not too late to advocate for affordable housing

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Have we reached the point of no return when it comes to affordable housing? Dr. Lee Davenport and her guest, Georgia State University’s Dr. Dan Immergluck, discuss the peril and possibilities. Continue reading →

Reimagining the housing choice voucher program

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The federal voucher program has fallen far short of its goals, according to strategy expert David Piscatelli. By making minor adjustments to federal policy, an entirely new generation of children can enhance their chance to achieve better health and gr… Continue reading →

5 myths (you may believe) about affordable housing

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Think you know the facts about affordable housing? Think again. Missy Yost debunks five common misconceptions around affordable housing and shares ideas to help you get involved in your local community. Continue reading →

Tis’ better to give: 12 real estate-related causes to support this year

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As the final Christmas countdown commences, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the pressure of finding the perfect gift, getting your home ready for visitors and closing up the final deals of the year while feeling like you’re running on E. In the midst of… Continue reading →

Woman claims free speech violated following mobile home crackdown

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Chasidy Decker was forced out of her Meridian, Idaho, mobile home because it was parked in a residential neighborhood, which violated city codes. Now she’s suing the city because its action left her unhoused. Continue reading →

5 housing proposals on midterm ballots — and how they shook out

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In dozens of communities across the U.S., affordable housing was on the ballot in the midterms. Here’s how some of the biggest proposals did as results were still being tallied. Continue reading →

Fintech Stake embarks on mission to empower cash-strapped renters

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Stake was hired by the Enterprise Community Fund to manage the financial benefits program under its Renter Wealth Creation Fund. Founded in 2018, Stake offers no-fee banking services to tenants and 4 percent cash back each month based on their rent amo… Continue reading →

Affordable housing measures nixed from US climate bill

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The bill contains several of Democrats’ top legislative priorities. But several big affordable housing proposals missed the final cut. Continue reading →