Daniel Nicewonger’s Post

As Inside Housing turned 40 last week, we are taking this opportunity to reflect on four decades of housing history, spanning housing scandals, policy changes, and tragedies that defined the sector.   Take a look down the housing sector's memory lane through the video below and discover some of the landmark moments for the sector in the past four decades.   Discover the in-depth timelines of each decade by subscribing to Inside Housing.   https://lnkd.in/empScYcQ   #Ukhousing #housinghistory #affordablehousing

Housing issues are built on the unsteady foundation of sociopolitical attitudes, opinions and ideologies from residents in every community. Because of these shaky bricks of interpretation, homeowners’ viewpoints can be emotional, often evoking irrational fears and unsubstantiated judgments. This is especially true when the term “affordable” is attached to the word housing. It’s a trigger term in our society, prompting loaded debates about broader issues beyond simply owning a home. Today’s column: https://lnkd.in/gDs2JzP5

Understanding affordable housing solutions can be daunting, especially for those who have never faced housing stability issues. According to the San Antonio Report, the city is grappling with more than 95,000 cost-burdened households and a significant shortage of affordable homes. The SACRD team encourages you to educate yourself on San Antonio’s housing crisis and use your voice and expertise to advocate for policies that can improve the lives of our neighbors. We invite you to watch the "Everybody Needs a Home" documentary, which highlights the key intersections of the affordable housing crisis in San Antonio. https://lnkd.in/gz2gPRQN

Great discussion outlining the basic facts of housing challenges in Maine.

How can young professionals navigate Berlin’s intense housing shortage? Did you know Berlin’s housing prices are two-thirds of Munich’s, yet young professionals are still finding ways to buy homes? 🏡 In this episode of Common Ground Berlin, Hypofriend’s CFO Christian Mulder shares practical advice and insights to help buyers find their way through Berlin’s competitive market. Key moments: • 16:30: Berlin’s housing prices—How does it compare with Munich and Hamburg? • 17:08: Are rents rising? Dr. Mulder explains. • 18:05: Immigration’s impact on housing demand and availability. • 24:53: How family support can help young people become homeowners. Listen here: https://spoti.fi/3NBTC0f What are your thoughts on Berlin’s housing market? Have you faced challenges in finding a home? #BerlinRealEstate #HousingCrisis #CommonGroundBerlin #Hypofriend #FinancialAdvice #HomeBuying #YoungProfessionals #BerlinHousing

Happy Housing Counselor Day! Check out the video below to learn about what housing counselors do for neighborhoods. #HousingCounselorDay #LetsMakeHomeTheGoal #HomeOwnership

Interesting talk on the current housing shortage and how to tackle this, getting an affordable, attractive product to the market for older people would definitely help to free up larger family housing

When you get the chance, take a look at these stories of lived experiences in regard to housing. As we all know housing is a large problem for all of Michigan. These stories raise some good questions and concerns for real people. And allow for open conversations on housing. What are some of your thoughts regarding these stories? Any one in particular hit home more? https://lnkd.in/gcwHf782

Last week our in-house experts sat down to discuss Affordable housing. Join Effie, Allan, and Joseph as they break down the Affordable Housing Agencies Report in our latest episode. Tune in to part 4 for expert insights and valuable discussions.  #AffordableHousing #CytonnPodcast #cytonninvestments

Every time I go to a housing conference, developers, builders and syndicators tell me how difficult it is to develop affordable housing in Pennsylvania. 10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania and the PA Housing Choices Coalition wants to figure out why and how can we fix it. We're looking for your perspective on land use barriers to increasing housing supply, as well as discovering those proven successful programs, legislation, or ordinances that are working well in other states and regions. Our goal is to find viable solutions for Pennsylvania to develop more attainable housing for everyone, in the right places (with transportation and infrastructure). Please take a few minutes to complete our survey (link below). Or if you're feeling feisty, tell me your horror stories in the comments. If you're very interested in this topic and would like to get involved or learn more, DM or email me for more information about the coalition and upcoming events.