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Veteran Housing Corp says that IF YOU ARE NOT PART OF A PERMANENT AND LASTING SOLUTION TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CRISIS AND HOMELESSNESS, YOU ARE THE PROBLEM! THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IS BROKEN AND NOT WORKING FOR AMERICAN TAXPAYERS Veteran Housing Corp would ask every TAXPAYER to demand and get answers from their elected and appointed government officials the below questions as they relate to any affordable, workforce, or supportive housing project in your community! 1. How much local, state, and federal funding, tax credits, or other government benefits or incentives did the project receive? 2. What is the affordability period for each project? Is the affordability period permanent and in perpetuity? 3. What guarantees exist have your local, state, and federal government officials obtained in writing that rents will not go up or that tenants will not be displaced or evicted after the "affordability period expires? Every local, state, and federal housing authority and affordable or workforce housing stakeholder should adopt the State of Vermont's "permanent affordability" policy as a model for all future government funded or subsidized housing projects or developments, no exceptions! https://lnkd.in/eFEUC8c8 Additionally, local, state and federal housing agencies should look to the Helsinki, FINLAND MODEL of ending homelessness by providing affordable housing for all 'It’s a miracle': Helsinki's radical solution to homelessness https://lnkd.in/er9HZSQU Even the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development AGREES THAT adopting FINLAND'S MODEL OF ERADICATING HOMELESSNESS may be of great value to resolving the affordable housing and homelessness crises in America https://lnkd.in/gkSZWYRU

Important to reiterate this part of his post: "An under-appreciated part of this success: the 2016 Zoning Update that made it so much easier to expand housing choices, in large part through significant reductions (or in Downtown, elimination) of parking requirements." You can either build housing for cars or housing for people. You can't efficiently or affordably accomplish both.

Can #AffordableHousing truly knit a community back together? How often do we witness transformative developments that genuinely improve lives? Recently, the James Lewis Jr. Apartments were featured in The Post and Courier (written by Ali Rockett), highlighting the significant impact the community has on the lives of residents and the community on Charleston's East Side. Esther Davis, a resident of the complex, shared her journey from a challenging past to finding peace (and a fresh start) in her new home in Charleston. Her story bears witness to the development’s #CommunityImpact, which provides a sense of ownership and pride. The building, which houses 64 affordable units for those earning 60 percent or below of the Area Median Income, filled up within 30 days of opening — a clear indicator of the critical need for such housing. The city's contribution of $7 million through Affordable Housing and the strategic lease of land at $1 per year underscore a commitment to affordable housing that ensures long-term community benefits. The property's design to revert ownership back to the city after 60 years guarantees that it will remain an affordable haven perpetually. This development, which took nearly 14 years from planning to completion, is not just about building homes but about restoring a fragmented community. The vision of leaders like Councilman James Lewis, Jr., who championed affordable housing to "knit back together" the East Side, is now a living reality. Let's celebrate these milestones in affordable housing and continue to support initiatives that offer more than just a roof but a pathway to a better life. See the link to the article in the comments below.

The City’s Housing and Neighborhood Development Department’s 2023-24 Annual Report is now available here: https://lnkd.in/gtMKqX3R The report summarizes programs initiated to address Greensboro’s need for affordable, supportive housing. Featured are stories about the City: • Taking steps to form a Community Land Trust to help protect housing affordability and access. • Providing funding for the development of affordable housing complexes, which during the last fiscal year added more than 400 rental units to the market. • Leveraging community resources, such as Duke Energy’s High Energy Usage Assistance program, to work with the City’s Home Repair GSO Program making houses safe and healthy.

Big news in Boston Real Estate- Dorchester's St. Mary's Center is set to receive a new affordable housing facility. With 40 units up for grabs, this is a promising model combining low-income housing, community, and commerce. But it does spark questions. Are we doing enough to provide a pathway from homelessness to home ownership in our developments? Consider this: 11 out of the 40 units in this project are reserved for families transitioning from homelessness. That’s a sight for sore eyes. But can we do more? Safe, affordable housing is pivotal for community growth, and this project amplifies the role real estate plays in changing lives. Now, reflect on your property portfolio- how does it support families in need? How can you integrate affordability into your real estate strategy without compromising growth? How can your projects foster community cohesion? If these questions leave you scratching your head, it might be time for a chat. Drop me a line- let’s explore ways to make Boston Real Estate accessible for everyone without compromising your business growth. Because in our concrete jungles, there’s room for everyone to thrive if we pave the way. #BostonRealEstate #Boston #BostonRealtor #TurcoGroup #eXpRealty #BostonCondo #BostonHome #MovemetoBoston

"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

What Does 'Affordable Housing' Really Mean In Los Angeles? Contact me to discuss the latest scoop in real estate! #Lompoc #Lompocrealestate #Realestateagent #Realestate #Realtor #Santaclarita #Sanfernando #Losangeles #losangelerealestate #californiarealestate

“The group has adopted a definition of “social housing” which points to a way of imagining housing outside the scope of the private market and unavailable for profit or speculation. In using the term “social,” KC Tenants seek to avoid the indelible stigma associated with public housing and to highlight that they envision something very different from the post-World War II massive housing projects or even the HOPE VI townhomes. They are crusading for construction of well-designed housing in desirable parts of the city that serves everyone but the most wealthy. KC Tenants co-founder Tara Raghuveer has deemed this form of “true public housing” the organization’s “north star.” The group is helping push Kansas City closer to that goal. In 2022, by a wide margin, the city passed a $50 million bond for long-term affordable housing.” The History Behind America’s Affordable Housing Problem | TIME

The solution to housing affordability is quite simple. Building more housing in all areas and across all levels. Today, Los Angeles ranks #1 as the most unaffordable city in the nation. FNX Development is committed to creating affordable housing options and contributing to a brighter future for our community. #HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing #FNXDevelopment

🚨 Exciting News for Affordable Housing in Denver! 🚨 The City of Denver has taken a major step toward addressing the housing affordability crisis by acquiring key parcels in the Globeville neighborhood, setting the stage for a 170-unit income-restricted housing project. This development will provide much-needed affordable homes for local families, along with space for a new library branch 📚. With rents in Denver soaring nearly 27% since 2020, projects like these are crucial. Mayor Mike Johnston’s commitment to building 3,000 affordable units annually for the next eight years is a game-changer for low-income renters. The city's innovative land-lease model ensures permanent affordability, and it’s inspiring to see partnerships between public and private entities like Globeville Redevelopment Partners to make this happen. 👏 Kudos to all involved in making housing more accessible in Denver! #AffordableHousing #Denver #HousingCrisis #CommunityDevelopment #SustainableLiving