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What started as an idea by Lester Leviton and Bradley leviton in 2009 has grown beyond what anyone could have imagined. Rent Connect started from zero. Zero properties, zero employees, and no partnerships. Now 1000+ properties, 40+ family members, 500+ landlords, and 70+ local authority connections - it has been an extraordinary journey. With each temporary accommodation we have provided, we have transformed lives, uplifted individuals and supported families whilst building stronger communities. Our mission has always been quality housing for all and ending homelessness. It’s what we work towards daily and what we’ll continue to do. 1000 properties is only the beginning. 💚 #RentConnect #1000Properties #milestone #EndingHomelessness

"Zone In meets today’s housing crisis with bold action. It respects valuable lessons from our past, creates agency in our present and builds strength for our future," writes the Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio in The Columbus Dispatch Opinion section. We couldn't say it better ourselves. Read the full article to understand why Zone In is needed now! https://ow.ly/xWrh50SFfgK

Maine's housing crisis is at the confluence of social, historical, and practical barriers. Housing availability has plummeted and affordable homes are scarce. While there's no cure-all remedy, one thing is clear: Maine needs more housing now, and it's going to require all hands on deck. GrowSmart CEO Nancy Smith advocates in favor of redeveloping historic buildings as a means to tackling the housing crisis felt across Maine. https://lnkd.in/giZaKGdj

Who would be a landlord now ? The Property Cashflow Show - HMO / Selective Licensing Issues - Homelessness Increasing faster than expected - landlords selling up - is property investing worth it now? £27 Property Sourcing Training https://lnkd.in/ecN-GU5N #property #propertysourcing

Real Estate ~ Homeownership as "national issue" ~ critical discussion. rgallardo@interorealestate.com 01133815

‼️IMPORTANT NEWS‼️⬇️ The average income of tenants in USDA’s Section 515 rental apartments is less than $16,000 a year. Without these homes, these folks could face homelessness. Yet thousands of these apartments are being lost each year. To turn the tide on this crisis, HAC is establishing the Center for Rural Multifamily Housing Preservation to bring all of our technical assistance, lending, policy, and research strength to bear to transform the preservation process and preserve these critical units.🏘️ Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eMtpQwQV

Very on point perspective -

Big News in Housing Legislation. 🏠 The Scottish Government has introduced a groundbreaking Bill aimed at transforming the housing landscape, by tackling key issues like tenant protections and homelessness prevention. Here's a glimpse into what the Bill proposes: - Rent Control Measures: Including assessments of rent conditions, powers for rent control areas, and limits on rent increases. - Tenant Rights: Introducing rights for pet ownership and property alterations for tenants. - Homelessness Prevention: Mandating actions from relevant bodies to prevent homelessness + making local authorities act sooner, and support for tenants affected by domestic abuse. A bold step towards a fairer, more inclusive housing system. Success will now depend on successful implementation.🤞🏽Looking forward to doing our bit. https://lnkd.in/eQGGRYDw

Building ample resources to operate, maintain, and repair existing affordable housing stock is crucial.

There are so many people to think for working so hard for Texas today, including Habitat for Humanity Texas board members, Miha Vindis, @Craig Chick, Ellen Decareau, and Thatcher Townson. Who do you see that you know in this video? Tag them here, then let your lawmakers know that it is important to address the affordable homeownership crisis in Texas today. They can do it! https://lnkd.in/gbXnnyQa