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Vermont's toolkit takes a comprehensive approach from permitting to financing. It will look at zoning as a foundation and visualize missing middle housing types, so people can wrap their heads around what it looks like. https://lnkd.in/ebp7yWpR #AffordableHousing #missingmiddle

Did you know Bethesda consistently ranks as one of the best-educated cities in America? This translates to a strong base of professional families and individuals seeking top-notch schools and a high quality of life. If you're looking for a community that values education and opportunity, Bethesda might be your perfect match! #BethesdaLiving #OrantiHomes #TopSchools #realestateinvestors #realestatebuyers #realestatesellers #realestateinsights #realestatehelp #realestatetips #realestateproblems #firsttimehome #firsttimeseller

Did you know that by 2040, an astounding 70% of net new homeowner households in the United States are projected to be Latino? At Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, we're not just building homes; we're building a future where these statistics become a reality. We recognize the profound impact of this shift, and it's deeply tied to our mission of creating strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. This transformation highlights the importance of our work. Affordable housing isn't just a place to live; it's a pathway to financial security, generational wealth, and community empowerment. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the diverse voices and stories that make our nation stronger. We're committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, has access to safe and affordable housing. Together, we're shaping a future where the dream of homeownership is within reach for all. #HispanicHeritageMonth

Did you know that the Mixed-Income housing team does far more than build new homes? These are 3 core buckets of their work: 1. Building new homes. 2. Creating and clearing pathways for people to become homeowners. 3. Supporting neighbors. Together, these three pieces are what make it possible for neighbors across the income spectrum to find the right home AND establish roots in the neighborhood. Stable housing is the cornerstone of a flourishing community. It’s how neighbors get to stay connected, build wealth, and transform the neighborhood with their dreams and skills.

The dream of stable housing is fading for too many Michigan families. Rents and homeownership costs are soaring, leaving wages in the dust. This struggle isn't confined to cities; it's gripping suburbs and rural areas alike. At Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, we know families shouldn't have to choose between a roof and necessities like food or healthcare. The reality is unacceptable: 1 in 8 Michigan households spends half or more of their income just on housing. We believe everyone deserves safe, affordable housing, and that homeownership is a pathway to stability and wealth building. Yet, systemic barriers prevent many from achieving this dream. That's why we're fighting for change. Through the Cost of Home campaign, we along with Habitat for Humanity International, are advocating for anti-racist housing and land-use policies at all levels, pushing for increased investment in affordable housing and fair housing practices that dismantle discriminatory barriers. To learn more about Habitat International's Cost Of Home Campaign, visit: https://bit.ly/3utnJRu

As we continue to look at what makes up a community, UWSM is exploring the very building blocks of our neighborhoods – our homes. Affordable, quality housing is an issue that affects people, organizations, employers, and quality of life here in Southwest Michigan. This month, we’re taking a closer look at how we can improve our neighborhoods by ensuring that all people, including ALICE households, can access quality, affordable housing. While many agencies and leaders are working on solutions, the Local Planning Bodies (in coordination with the Balance of State Continuum of Care) are playing a crucial, but often unrecognized, role in addressing housing challenges. The Local Planning Bodies are working hard to ensure that more people, organizations, landlords, and leaders are collaborating on solutions to housing challenges. But they need more support. United Way has a goal to increase access to quality, affordable housing. We asked a community member about this issue … Watch to see what happened. https://lnkd.in/gi4r479z #UWAdvocate #LiveUnited

Housing specialists play a crucial role in creating secure homes for families facing challenges. Unlocking the door to stability and transforming lives! From navigating the intricacies of eviction situations to providing vital support, their dedication goes beyond walls. 💙 Let's recognize the unsung heroes making a difference, one home at a time. #HousingSpecialist #communitydevelopment #transforminglives

I have mad respect for Cupid Alexander, a community development and housing professional and leader for today and our future. “It was great to dive into arbitrary impediments that need to go away, ideas on how we connect our community, and the persisting gaps we must address,” Cupid Alexander. I ❤️ this. A reminder that so many impediments that keep us from producing affordable housing in communities, bringing equity into home ownership and neighborhood investment, achieving black wealth for the masses of black families, ensuring all kids have access to high quality education, or equitable access to mental and physical health care, and so much more are driven by arbitrary bureaucratic impediments. I’ve heard too often, “I didn’t redline” “I wasn’t part of Jim Crow” and so much worse. But if “We” choose to allow these impediments to persist by our own actions, or inactions aren’t we part of the impediment? The bureaucracy? The problem? It’s long past time to not only change policy but also practices. Changing practices is often where we get stuck. #Organize #Inform #ChooseToBeInformed #BeDataDriven #FocusOnOutcomes #BeTheChange

Black Home Initiative is an assembly of 85+ community organizations committed to a single goal: create 1,500 new Black homeowners in the next five years. "We know we can’t do that with the inventory that’s out there," said HomeSight Executive Director Darryl Smith. " We need to get more affordable homes built and to do that, we need to lower the barriers for the builders who are invested in this goal.” To learn more about the Field Order 15 and its goal to close the affordable housing gap for Black families, visit: https://buff.ly/3vBdsDa. #bhi #blackhomeintiative #civiccommons #homesight #homeownership #equitygoal #housinggap

If you're in the middle of the Venn Diagram of research and housing, this one's for you! #housing #policy #webinar #FriendsofFedCommunities