Podcasts about Affordable housing

Does building housing near rail stations reduce driving, even if it prices out lower-income residents? Dan Chatman's research suggests the answer hinges not on who lives there, but on how much housing gets built. Chatman, D. G., Xu, R., Park, J., & Spevack, A. (2019). Does Transit-Oriented Gentrification Increase Driving? Journal of Planning Education and Research, 39(4), 482-495. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0739456X19872255Chatman, Dan (2015) Does Transit-Oriented Development Need the Transit? Access Magazine. https://accessmagazine.org/fall-2015/does-transit-oriented-development-need-the-transit/Chatman, D. G., Rodynansky, S., Boarnet, M., Comandon, A., Snyder, B., Patel, K., & Atkins, J. (2025). Assessing the Quantification Methodology for the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/99j4s0bp

When a team of WAHN University students entered the 2026 Bank of America Affordable Housing Challenge, they weren't just designing housing—they were reimagining community recovery. In this episode of WAHNcast, host Angie Truitt is joined by student team members Emily Jessup and Mia Spero, developer partners Leslie Weiss and Monte Heaton of Highridge Costa, and faculty advisor Mark Shelburne to discuss the award-winning proposal that earned WAHN U first place in the competition. Tasked with redeveloping the Front Street Apartments lost in the devastating 2023 Maui wildfires, the team created a vision for Lahaina that balanced affordability, cultural preservation, resiliency, and long-term community rebuilding. The conversation explores affordable housing as a career path, the realities of post-disaster redevelopment, the value of mentorship, and the lessons learned from tackling a real-world development challenge. Along the way, Emily and Mia share what it was like to compete on a national stage, work alongside industry professionals, and discover just how many people and disciplines come together to make affordable housing possible. Whether you're a student exploring the industry or a seasoned professional passionate about housing solutions, this episode offers an inspiring look at the next generation of affordable housing leaders.

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Richard is joined by Barrie Harrop. Barrie shares his thoughts on why advanced volumetric modular construction represents a crucial step in how affordable housing can be delivered in Australia. They discuss why conventional construction methods are no longer equal to the scale of the problem, and how a factory-based approach to building can deliver quality housing faster and more affordably than anything currently available in the Australian market.They also explore the concept of air rights and the significant untapped opportunity sitting above underutilised commercial buildings across Australia's capital cities. Barrie explains how lightweight modular construction makes this opportunity newly viable and outlines the collaborative research programme underway with Western Sydney University to map and scale this approach across Australia. The episode concludes with Barrie's views on government policy, the compliance challenges facing innovative construction methods, and why he believes the industry cannot wait for policy to catch up. About Our GuestBarrie Harrop is Executive Chairman of Thrive Construct, which he co-founded with architect Peter Billis to deliver affordable, high-quality housing through advanced volumetric modular construction. With a distinguished career spanning more than four decades and crossing continents, Barrie was the project initiator behind Melbourne Central, one of the country's most significant urban renewal projects, created Australia's first food court at Gallerie Food Affair Gawler Place, Adelaide, and was instrumental in launching R.M. Williams into their first CBD store in the world. The R.M. Williams StoryR.M. Williams story of growth began when Barrie met the late John Swain in his tin-shed office. He presented to the previous majority shareholder, the late John Swain, in the late 70s, at their modest tin-shed workshop in Percy Street, Prospect, South Australia, where 15 artisans crafted boots, saddles, whips and belts (today over 1,500 craft people make RM Williams boots).Barrie's goal was to persuade Mr Swain to open the first R.M. Williams Capital City retail store as the anchor tenant at The Gallerie. Though initially unconvinced, believing his market was limited to rural customers, Barrie presented an underwritten proposal to bring R.M. Williams to city consumers with a new brand that was more relevant to this target market, paving the way for its evolution into one of the world's leading handmade bootmakers and an enduring Australian icon.Barrie also served for 16 years as a board advisor to the Industrial Bank of Japan (IBJ). More recently, Barrie led the masterplanning of a new city for 400,000 people in Central Asia, an experience of building at extraordinary scale that now underpins Thrive's joint venture with China State Construction.Tune into the EpisodeIf you're interested in understanding how advanced volumetric construction could reshape housing delivery in Australia, and what a truly scalable solution to the affordability crisis might look like, this is a must-listen episode. Barrie's breadth of experience makes for a very compelling discussion. EPISODE LINKSBarrie HarropThrive ConstructLarge Scale Project Development ExperienceWe'd love your feedback, send us a message today.LET'S CONNECTSubscribeInstagram Website LinkedIn Email > podcast@charterkc.com.au   This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. This podcast is not intended to replace or supplement professional investment, financial or legal advice. Please seek professional advice based upon your personal circumstances. The views expressed by our podcast guests may not represent those of Charter Keck Cramer. This podcast may not be copied, reproduced, republished or posted in whole or in part without the prior written consent of Charter Keck Cramer.

Today we're talking about housing, affordable housing, development in mountain towns, public lands, and more with Gunnison County commissioner, Jonathan Houck, an avid mountain biker, skier, and former sponsored climber.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS:Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+See our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer's GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysOur Other Mtn Town Economics Conversations:Ep. 390: Mountain Town Economics 2.0: Telluride Update w/ Jason BlevinsEp. 389: Telluride Closes, Ski Patrol Strikes, & the Future of Ski Resorts w/ Jason BlevinsCRAFTED Ep 47: How to Design a Well-Crafted, Affordable Home w/ Zack GiffinEp. 275: Mtn Town Economics: Zack Giffin on Skiing, Tiny Homes, & Big SolutionsEp. 270: Mtn Town Economics & Outdoor RecreationEp. 180: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 3: Developing Housing, Addressing Climate Change, & Mitigating Megafires w/ Scott Ehlert Ep. 179: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 2: Housing, Community, & Core Values w/ Troy RussEp. 177: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 1: Affordable Housing, Short-Term Rentals, & More w/ Jenny StuberTOPICS & TIMES:New BLISTER+ Members (1:21)Houck: Climber, Skier, Mtn Biker (2:42)How Did You Get into Politics? (5:59)Duties of a County Commissioner? (9:25)Affordable Housing Updates (12:10)Pushback (22:39)Quality of Space & Numerous Stakeholders (28:30)Managing Federal Lands (48:05)Houck's 10-Year Prediction (59:17)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mike Stephen talks with local food journalist Nick Kindelsperger about his quest to eat at every restaurant in the Loop, learns about the challenges Chicago street vendors face from Maria Orozco, development manager for the Street Vendors Association of Chicago, and discusses an approach to addressing the affordable housing crisis with Illinois Answers Project investigative reporter Alex Nitkin.

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Phoenix and Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona are celebrating the dedication of four new single-family homes in Sunnyslope. The dedication ceremony marked the completion of new affordable homes built on City-owned vacant lots identified through the Housing Phoenix Plan. The homes include three bedrooms, a den that can serve as a fourth bedroom, and two and a half bathrooms. Four families will be moving into their new homes in the coming weeks. “This project shows what we can accomplish when we work together to create more affordable housing for Phoenix families. We are grateful for our partnership...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/affordable-housing-dedication-in-phoenix/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

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In this episode, Dr. Musson shares insights into his multifaceted real estate and development business, the role of AI in project management, and the importance of leveraging personal and professional networks for success.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

WAHNcast is back! In this special kickoff episode, we're launching our new summer series celebrating WAHN's inaugural 50/50 Women of Influence in Affordable Housing honorees. Host Angie Truitt is joined by four remarkable industry leaders who will be serving as guest hosts throughout the series: Ann Cone, Babbie Jaco, Diana McIver, and Jennifer Green. Together, they share their journeys into affordable housing, reflect on the mentors and experiences that shaped their careers, discuss the importance of preserving institutional knowledge, and explore why creating opportunities for the next generation of women leaders matters more than ever. From stories of early career challenges to lessons learned through decades of leadership, this conversation offers wisdom, humor, and inspiration for professionals at every stage of their affordable housing journey. Throughout the summer, these four women will lead conversations with fellow 50/50 Women of Influence honorees, helping us capture the stories, insights, and experiences that continue to shape our industry. Join us as we celebrate leadership, legacy, and the power of women supporting women.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Professor Marie Huchzermeyer, Town Planning and Architecture Expert, about Johannesburg's struggle to provide alternative accommodation for residents living in unsafe buildings. The discussion explores the city's housing challenges, urban inequality, and the broader question of access to affordable housing close to economic opportunities. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg-based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team brings you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 6 am to 9 am (SA Time) https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show and catch-up podcasts, visit Primedia+ here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Let’s keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As market rate apartments have become cost prohibitive to acquire over the past several years as a result of higher interest rates and expenses, ground up construction has become a more economically feasible option, especially with various federal, state, and local government tax credit programs. Lee Harris, President and CEO of Cohen Esrey, specializes in the development of 100-300 unit subsidized multifamily properties in the Midwest and Sunbelt markets, often with complex funding strategies. Cohen Esrey has either owned or managed more than 82,000 multifamily units since its formation in 1970.

In this episode of the Passive House Accelerator Podcast, Ilka Cassidy chats with Marty Josten and Ashley Wisse of New Ecology. Marty and Ashley describe the nonprofit's 26-year mission to preserve and improve affordable housing through sustainability, building performance, health, and resiliency, using a hybrid fee-for-service and grant-funded model. They discuss evolving embodied-carbon requirements, regional market differences, misconceptions about Passive House cost, and innovations like drain water heat recovery, as well as engaging lenders and maintaining focus amid political and funding pressures.https://www.newecology.org/Thank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Eddy Benoit Jr.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Eddy Benoit Jr.

Louisiana Housing Corporation - Administration of Affordable Housing Programs and Organizational Culture Follow-Up : Performance Audit Services Manager Kristen Jacobs recaps a new LLA report that evaluates the Louisiana Housing Corporation's administration of affordable housing programs and LHC staff perceptions of the agency's organizational culture. | https://LLA.La.gov/go/podcast

For many Long Islanders, the strain these days isn't coming from one major expense, but from everything at once —property taxes, electricity, transportation and gas, childcare - all of that running higher here than in much of the rest of the country. And we didn't even mention housing, which is the main focus between a conversation between host Bill McIntyre and Jonathan LaMantia and Brianne Ledda, who are both Business reporters at Newsday and Newsday.com.

Trump Slaps Gag Order on Every Federal Worker in America - Is this the End of Whistleblowers? Mamdani Drops the Biggest Housing Plan in NYC History. Is America going to allow convicted assailant Trump to use the DOJ to hunt down his victim E. Jean Carroll? Plus veteran war correspondent, Phil Ittner reports some good news from Ukraine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erica Odom runs a Wisconsin-based property management and real estate investment company serving investors locally and internationally. She focuses on strong systems, technology, and professional operations to manage portfolios remotely and efficiently. Her business is built on partnerships with investors and a mission to provide affordable housing and improve communities. She also leads a youth internship program to train the next generation in real estate.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Three years into a Denver luxury redevelopment, Paul DeSalvo knows what real estate development mistakes actually cost. Paul, a Denver real estate investor and broker, is back to walk through every one of them. In this episode, Paul returns to update host Chris Lopez on a sweeping redevelopment in Berkeley, Denver — a 1902 Victorian transformed into a 5,500 sq ft, 6 bed/6 bath luxury home with an 850 sq ft ADU and 3-car garage. He shares what went well, what hit hard, and what every investor should know before breaking ground on a project like this. The budget surprises alone tell the story. A foundation that needed a full rebuild added $75,000 to the project. An asbestos mass spill ran $30,000. Denver’s Affordable Housing fee — charged on any addition over 400 sq ft — came in at $25,000, a cost neither Paul nor his GC had flagged. A new water line tap added another $12,000. Combined with items left off the original budget entirely and inflation across lumber, drywall, and appliances, the project pushed well past the original estimate. The contractor selection story is the most instructive of all the real estate development mistakes covered in this episode. Paul and Val interviewed five or six GCs. Most bids came back between $1.8M and $2.1M. One came back at $1.2M. They went with the low bid. That contractor’s experience turned out to be primarily remodels and pop-tops — not ground-up luxury construction. By the time the project wrapped, costs had converged right where the other bids landed. Paul walks through exactly what he would look for differently and why verifying the type of experience matters as much as verifying the experience itself. In this Episode: Why the lowest GC bid on a luxury build is often the most expensive choice How to verify contractor experience by project type, not just project count The Denver Affordable Housing fee and how it catches smaller developers off guard What scope creep actually looks like on a high-end redevelopment and how to manage it Why architect and builder coordination failures cost more than either party’s mistakes alone What has gone well on the project and what Paul is genuinely proud of Paul’s honest take on whether he’d take on a project like this again If you are planning a luxury build or any ground-up construction project in Denver, this episode is a practical field guide from someone who has lived every one of these real estate development mistakes and made it to the other side. Watch the Youtube Video https://youtu.be/C0VvCr-O_7w Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome and project recap — Paul returns to update on his Berkeley, Denver build  01:15 – Off-market acquisition — how a neighbor relationship led to buying the 1902 Victorian  03:26 – Full project scope — 5,500 sq ft total, 6 bed/6 bath, ADU, 3-car garage, five fireplaces  06:30 – GC selection process — interviewing five or six contractors and how they made the call  07:49 – The experience gap — why pop-top and remodel experience doesn’t carry over to ground-up luxury builds  12:02 – Budget blind spots — items left off entirely, inflation, and the real cost of scope creep  15:15 – Denver’s Affordable Housing fee — an unexpected $25,000 charge tied to additions over 400 sq ft  16:50 – Asbestos mass spill and foundation rebuild — $30,000 and $75,000 in back-to-back surprises  18:24– What has gone well — design outcome, ADU pace, and finishes staying on schedule  19:44 – Advice for luxury builds — why low bid outliers deserve the most scrutiny, not the least  23:40 – Architect and builder coordination — why cohesive team relationships are as important as individual credentials  24:46– Paul’s outlook on future development — honest take on whether he’d do it again Links in Podcast Connect with Paul DeSalvo firehousehomes@gmail.com Fire on FIRE Investing https://fireonfire.org/ Paul co-founded Fire on FIRE Investing alongside fellow firefighter Jamin to help first responders build financial security through real estate. The organization offers one-on-one consultations and education covering single-family rentals, house hacking, multifamily, 1031 exchanges, and passive investing opportunities.

Generational wealth building for women starts long before the first investment, the first business, or the first paycheck. It starts with the decision to believe your life can look different from the one you inherited. On Getting Rich Together, host Syama Bunten sits down with Twyla Garrett, a serial entrepreneur, real estate developer, and founder of the Garrett Foundation, whose story is one of the most compelling examples of how to build wealth from poverty you will ever hear. Twyla grew up in Cleveland's inner city, was removed from her home at 14, spent time in juvenile homes, and relied on welfare and food stamps during college. She left with a financial acumen that would eventually carry her to seven figures within a year of walking away from a government job. Twyla does not skip the hard parts. From doing taxes and bookkeeping as a teenager to buying her first home at 26 with just $4,000 and shaky credit, to transforming a derelict Cleveland train station into the city's largest jazz supper club, Twyla's path is a masterclass in how to scale a business from nothing. Women entrepreneurs and real estate intersect throughout her journey in ways that feel practical and urgent, not abstract. But the conversation goes further than personal success. Twyla is now channeling everything she has built into a model for affordable homeownership in the inner city, one that replaces Section 8 dependency with actual ownership. People take care of what they own. A $200,000 condo with a $900 monthly mortgage costs less than what Section 8 currently pays for a two-bedroom rental. That gap is where generational wealth building for women and for entire communities becomes possible. If you have ever wondered whether your starting point disqualifies you, this episode is a reminder that your starting point does not have to define what you build next. And if you are ready to keep going, Wealth Catalyst is where women take it further. Join us at the Wealth Catalyst Summit, a full-day event in San Francisco this October 16, 2026, or find a Freedom Tour salon happening near you. Women are gathering in 32 cities this year for intimate, honest conversations about money, risk, and what they are building. Find your city and claim your seat at wealthcatalyst.com.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Getting Rich Together With Syama Bunten and Twyla Garrett 02:29 Growing Up in Poverty in Cleveland's Inner City 08:39 How Twyla Turned Childhood Trauma Into a Success Mindset 18:56 Learning to Manage Money From Scratch and Building the Foundation for Generational Wealth Building for Women 29:40 Buying Her First Home at 26 With $4,000 and Bad Credit 33:04 Why She Left Her Government Job to Build a Business From Nothing 47:11 The Cleveland Train Station That Made Millions and Changed Lives 50:49 Affordable Homeownership vs. Affordable Housing and Why the Difference Matters 55:10 The Garrett Foundation's Vision for Inner City Communities 1:02:09 How to Connect With Twyla Garrett and the Impact League   Connect with Twyla Garrett: Website: https://www.twylagarrett.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fedbizlady/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/twyla-garrett8016/    Find more from Syama Bunten: Attend a Salon near you: wealthcatalyst.com/salons Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/syama.co/ Join Syama's Substack: https://thewealthcatalystwithsyama.substack.com/ Website: https://wealthcatalyst.com Download Syama's Free Resources: https://wealthcatalyst.com/resources Wealth Catalyst Summit: https://wealthcatalyst.com/summits Speaking: https://syamabunten.com Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a plan to increase affordable housing, protect tenants, and create investments for public housing. WFUV's Sienna Reinders has more. Last night was the first time the public was able to see language changes Governor Hochul will make to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. This comes among ongoing debates about energy affordability. WFUV's Mia Barth explains. The New York Knicks are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen went out in the Bronx to see how fans felt after the team's historic series win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. With the ease of digital streaming platforms, many people don't feel the need to own physical copies of their favorite movies and tv shows. But one shop in Brooklyn pledges two things: death to streaming – and physical media forever. WFUV's Joseph Vizza takes us to NightOwl Video, a video store dedicated to buying and selling movies new and old, from VHS to DVD. Host/Producer: Xenia Gonikberg Editor: Nathan Ray Reporter: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Joseph Vizza Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

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Sam Wegert reveals how co-living, advanced house hacking, and community-focused investing can help agents build wealth, fight loneliness, and create affordable housing that changes lives.See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/how-co-living-can-turn-pain-into-purpose-and-fulfillment-with-sam-wegert/(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast(00:03) - Meet Sam Wegert: Co-Living Investor, Martial Arts Entrepreneur, and Podcast Host(00:52) - Sam's Torn ACL and the Charlottesville Surgery Conversation(01:55) - The Nepal Martial Arts Performance That Went Wrong(02:30) - Sam's Move to Colombia and the Search for a Slower Life(03:40) - Finding Community After a Major Life Transition(06:03) - Sam Explains the Pull of Expats, Culture, and Balance(06:35) - How Sam Became Financially Independent at 23(06:57) - From Martial Arts Schools to a Real Estate Journey(07:51) - Growing Up Homeschooled in a Packed Log Cabin(08:35) - Buying the First House and Realizing It Was Too Quiet(09:33) - The Aha Moment That Created Sam's Co-Living Strategy(10:15) - Becoming a Massive House Hacker One Home at a Time(10:49) - Advanced House Hacking for Agents With Families(12:02) - PadSplit, Co-Living Platforms, and What Investors Need to Know(12:26) - Why PadSplit Is More Marketing Platform Than Property Manager(14:10) - The Room Is the New Apartment(14:43) - Erica Asks About Loneliness After Leaving a Full House(15:15) - Sam's Monk Side, Social Side, and Need for Community(17:24) - Screening Members and Managing Multiple People Under One Roof(17:43) - The Three Rules of Co-Living: Clean, Quiet, and Safe(19:27) - House Rules, Headphone Hours, Cameras, and Clear Expectations(21:50) - Safety Systems and Furnished Common Areas(22:16) - Building Relationships Across Hundreds of Rooms(24:02) - Why Co-Living Serves Working Professionals, Not Just Students(25:19) - Zoning, Markets, and Where Co-Living Works(25:49) - Trash Cans, Grass, and Protecting the Neighborhood(27:56) - Corporate Rental Structure and Membership Agreements(29:49) - The Legal Debate Around Familial Status and Local Rules(31:09) - Affordable Housing, Density, and the Win-Win Business Model(32:17) - Why Co-Living Does Not Have to Destroy Neighborhoods(33:55) - Couples, Private Entrances, and Parking Rules(34:08) - Erica Explores Hustle Culture Versus Life in Colombia(34:45) - Sam Shares What People Value Differently in Colombia(36:40) - Medellín Internet Speeds and Remote Work Life(37:10) - Rapid Fire Questions and Sam's Golden Nugget(37:32) - Co-Living as a Social Impact Mission(39:33) - Co-Living, Sober Living, and Cash Flow Reality(40:35) - Loving What Is and Challenging Painful Thoughts(41:57) - Erica Connects The Work to Entrepreneurial Fear(42:38) - Sam Checks His Internet Speeds(43:00) - Closing Thanks and Final Takeaway(43:13) - Outro, Subscribe Message, and DisclaimerContact Sam Wegerthttps://samwegert.com/https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate/https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelwegert/https://www.youtube.com/@samwegertSam Wegert's story is a powerful reminder that the best investment strategy is not just about cash flow. It is about building something that serves people, creates connection, and gives working families a better path forward. If this episode challenged the way you think about housing, wealth, loneliness, and purpose, keep learning, keep building, and keep choosing a life that matters. For more conversations that help you grow your income, your mindset, and your mission, visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor's Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

A major shakeup in the race for governor, as former Mayor Mike Duggan says he's dropping out. Plus. there's more affordable housing is coming to Detroit's downtown area. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have the top local news headlines for your Thursday afternoon in Metro Detroit.

The Atlanta Beltline continues its steady progression toward full completion of its 22-mile corridor, with major milestones approaching for trail development, long-term housing and transit objectives.  Dennis Richards, vice president of housing policy and development with the Atlanta Beltline, joins Host Carol Morgan on Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio to discuss the Atlanta Beltline's current status, housing strategy and future priorities.  Atlanta Beltline Nears Major Completion Milestones Ahead of 2030 Target  The Atlanta Beltline is on track to reach approximately 85% completion by June 2026, with full buildout targeted for 2030.  Described as one of the nation's most significant redevelopment efforts, the project continues to transform former rail corridors into a connected 22-mile trail system with future transit capacity.  “It's a large-scale urban redevelopment project. It's one of the largest in the nation,” Richards said. “It's an economic development engine for the city of Atlanta that's transforming 22 miles of abandoned railroad corridor into a multi-use trail system.”  The initiative also reconnects 45 Atlanta neighborhoods that were historically divided by transportation infrastructure, restoring connectivity across the city's core.  Housing Strategy Focused on Production, Preservation & Land Acquisition  Housing policy along the Atlanta Beltline is driven by a combination of strategic land acquisition, development partnerships and affordability requirements embedded into new projects.  The organization has acquired more than 90 acres of land adjacent to the corridor, creating opportunities to guide future development and support mission-aligned housing projects.  A key focus remains on ensuring that growth includes both affordability and community-serving commercial space, particularly for small, local businesses.  Developers working within the Atlanta Beltline tax allocation district are also encouraged and incentivized to incorporate affordability into project design, helping to bridge financing gaps while advancing housing goals.  More Than 7,000 Affordable Units Created or Preserved  Affordable housing outcomes remain one of the most closely tracked indicators of the Atlanta Beltline's progress.  More than 4,400 units have been created or preserved within the tax allocation district, with an additional 2,600 units located in surrounding Atlanta Beltline communities—bringing the total to more than 7,000 affordable units in the broader area.  The long-term mandate calls for at least 5,600 affordable housing units within the TAD by 2030, with additional pipeline development expected to accelerate progress over the next several years.  Progress is tracking ahead of expectations, with approximately 88% of the goal expected to be reached by year-end based on current pipeline activity.  Inclusionary Zoning & Incentives Support Affordability Goals  Policy tools such as inclusionary zoning and targeted development incentives have played a central role in advancing affordability along the corridor.  The inclusionary zoning ordinance, launched in 2018, has helped produce nearly 950 affordable housing units within the Atlanta Beltline TAD and an additional 250 units just outside its boundaries.  Developers receive incentives to offset financing gaps in exchange for incorporating affordable housing and, in some cases, affordable commercial space within their projects.  The approach is designed to balance private investment with long-term affordability and community stability.  Economic Impact & Regional Growth Continue to Shape Demand  The Atlanta Beltline's economic impact has exceeded early expectations. Originally projected at a 10:1 return on investment, the project has now reached approximately a 14:1 return.  At the same time, regional growth continues to place pressure on Atlanta's housing market. The Atlanta Regional Commission projects nearly 2 million additional residents by 2050, reinforcing demand for housing in intown neighborhoods and along transit-connected corridors.  These dynamics continue to elevate the Atlanta Beltline's role as both a housing catalyst and a long-term infrastructure investment.  Legacy Resident Program Supports Long-Term Housing Stability  The Legacy Resident Retention Program, administered through the Atlanta Beltline Partnership, is designed to help long-term residents remain in place as property values rise.  The program offsets property tax increases for qualifying homeowners in designated neighborhoods. Eligibility generally includes residents who have lived in their homes since March 2017 and meet income thresholds at or below 100% of area median income.  “It will fix essentially the amount of property taxes that a resident pays, and it'll pay the difference,” Richards said, describing how the program helps reduce displacement pressure.  Trail Expansion & Transit Planning Define Next Phase of Growth  Recent progress includes the opening of Southside Trail segments four and five, marking another step toward a fully connected corridor.  The expansion enables continuous movement across key Atlanta destinations, linking areas from the northwest corridor through Southside neighborhoods and onward toward Piedmont Park and the Atlanta Botanical Garden.  Future phases will continue extending connectivity, with additional trail segments scheduled for completion.  An Atlanta Beltline transit study is also underway to evaluate long-term mobility options, with ongoing community engagement expected as planning evolves.  Looking Ahead to 2030: Full Buildout and Integrated Mobility  By 2030, the Atlanta Beltline is expected to reach full trail completion while continuing to expand housing production and advance transit planning.  The long-term vision includes a fully connected corridor supporting multimodal transportation, increased housing density and continued equitable development across Atlanta neighborhoods.  Through strategic land acquisition, policy-driven affordability tools and coordinated partnerships with public and private stakeholders, the Atlanta Beltline is working to align long-term housing production with sustained community growth across Atlanta's core. To learn more about the Atlanta Beltline and its ongoing initiatives, visit www.beltline.org.  About the Atlanta Beltline  The Atlanta Beltline is a 22-mile urban redevelopment initiative transforming former railway corridors into a connected system of multi-use trails, parks and future transit infrastructure. The project is designed to improve mobility, expand housing opportunities and support equitable economic development across Atlanta.  Podcast Thanks       Thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006 and podcasting since 2011. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will suit your needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com.        About Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio       Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, presented by Denim Marketing, highlights the movers and shakers in the Atlanta real estate industry – the home builders, developers, Realtors and suppliers working to provide the American dream for Atlantans. For more information on how you can be featured as a guest, contact Denim Marketing at 770-383-3360 or fill out the Atlanta Real Estate Forum contact form. Subscribe to the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast on iTunes, and if you like this week's show, be sure to rate it. Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio was recently honored on FeedSpot's Top 100 Atlanta Podcasts, ranking 16th overall and number one out of all ranked real estate podcasts.  The post Atlanta Beltline Targets 2030 Completion While Expanding Affordable Housing Impact appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.

What should be done with the site when the Everglades concentration camp closes?Chadd Charland is running for State House in District 15 (Nassau and parts of Duval counties).Diego Waisman spent years visiting and photographing South Florida's mobile home parks. He produced a book from the experience titled "Sunset Colonies: A Visual Elegy to South Florida's Mobile Home Communities." He shares with us what he found.

Brent Bowers, a land investing expert, shares insights into the overlooked niche of manufactured homes and land investing. Discover how affordable housing solutions like manufactured and modular homes are transforming real estate, the differences between these types, and why they present lucrative opportunities for investors and first-time homebuyers alike.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

"Cities across the globe have experienced urban blight, where districts that have seen a significant downturn in fortunes are abandoned, residential and business properties left vacant. Responding to this change in fortunes is becoming an industry in itself."What Causes Urban Blight -And What Can Be Done About it" ~ blog.bluebeam.comMy Guest This Week Has Success in helping Real Estate Properties & Communities RevitalizeBlighted is a powerful narrative about the decades-long decay and remarkable two-year reinvention of Summerdale, an aging apartment community located in one of Atlanta's grittiest corridors. From burnt-out, mold-infested buildings to traumatized classrooms, Blighted unfolds in the voices of ruthless drug dealers, phantom tenants, fearless landlords, the working poor, educators, and visionary local leaders.After purchasing the property from an absentee overseas owner, Marjy Stagmeier and her partners methodically tackled the crisis festering inside the gated 244-unit apartment property. Two years of relentless work later, Stagmeier reveals how the team that she led built community from chaos. Through on-the-ground, in-the-moment interviews with a wide range of stakeholders, Stagmeier demonstrates how marginalized housing perpetuates intergenerational poverty and the collapse of nearby public schools while showing the multifaceted challenges of improving dire living conditions.Blighted offers a unique insider perspective of the political, human, and economic challenges of delivering equitable housing in a market fueled by inflationary prices, insatiable demand, and competing and often dubious agendas. Summerdale's success is a bright model of how affordable housing, education, healthcare, and social capital can interconnect to build vibrant, sustainable communities―affordable housing communities, nearby schools, and the community at large. From there, kids, families, working people, and neighborhoods can thrive.© 2026 Building Abundant Success!!2026 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

In this episode, real estate investor Aaron Bihl shares his journey from wholesaling to specializing in mobile homes and land packages. Discover strategies for marketing, financing, and building a successful off-market real estate business in competitive markets.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode of Real Estate Investing Rocks, host Angel Williams sits down with Andrew Cramer to discuss the future of affordable housing through mobile home communities. Andrew shares insights on community development, tenant relationships, infrastructure improvements, and how investors can create profitable properties while improving residents' quality of life. The conversation also dives into zoning challenges, reducing stigma around manufactured housing, and building thriving communities that benefit both investors and tenants.Topics CoveredAffordable housing and the growing role of mobile home communitiesHow community improvements increase property value and tenant satisfactionThe importance of active management in reducing crime and improving neighborhoodsCreative ways to add value through laundry facilities, storage, utilities, and amenitiesWhy communication and transparency with residents matterThe connection between quality of life and long term investment successBreaking the stigma surrounding manufactured housingHow mobile home communities can help bridge the affordability gap for homeownershipChallenges with zoning, development, and regulations in TexasBuilding strong tenant relationships and vibrant communitiesQuotes“Great quality of life and great investment opportunities can absolutely exist together in affordable housing.”“Your tenants do not become your enemies. They become your investment partners when you invest in the community.”

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: How Los Angeles is working to lower the cost and complexity of capital for affordable housing; the Southern Poverty Law Center controversy, and who really controls the funds in Donor Advised Funds; and, a closer look at a $140 million deal to build a sustainable aviation fuel plant in Egypt.This week's stories:“Los Angeles tries to show how affordable housing can be built more quickly and cheaply,” by David Bank“Choose wisely: Big DAF platforms drop Southern Poverty Law Center,” by Candide Group's Morgan Simon“Jewish investors are calling on PayPal to provide services in Palestine,” by Chicory Wealth's ari rosenberg and Mission Driven Finance board member Dorianna Blitt"Ninety One arranges $143 million for sustainable jet fuel production in Egypt," by Lucy Ngige

In this episode, Angel sits down with Andrew Cramer to discuss rent control, affordable housing, and the realities of investing in regulated markets. They explore how legislation impacts investors, tenants, housing supply, and long-term community development while sharing perspectives on ethical investing and creating quality affordable housing.Topics CoveredRent control and its long-term economic effectsAffordable housing challenges and opportunitiesInvestor perspectives on regulated marketsHousing supply, competition, and rental pricingMobile home parks and NIMBY challengesEthical real estate investing and community impactBalancing investor returns with tenant needsQuotes“The long-term beneficiary of rent control is really the investor.” — Andrew Cramer“Affordable housing and strong investment returns can absolutely exist together.” — Andrew CramerConnect with Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-cramer-43b5b513a/Connect with Angel : https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-williams-re/

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: How Los Angeles is working to lower the cost and complexity of capital for affordable housing; the Southern Poverty Law Center controversy, and who really controls the funds in Donor Advised Funds; and, a closer look at a $140 million deal to build a sustainable aviation fuel plant in Egypt.This week's stories:“⁠Los Angeles tries to show how affordable housing can be built more quickly and cheaply⁠,” by David Bank“⁠Choose wisely: Big DAF platforms drop Southern Poverty Law Center⁠,” by Candide Group's Morgan Simon“⁠Jewish investors are calling on PayPal to provide services in Palestine⁠,” by Chicory Wealth's ari rosenberg and Mission Driven Finance board member Dorianna Blitt"⁠Ninety One arranges $143 million for sustainable jet fuel production in Egypt,⁠" by Lucy Ngige⁠

Alex Cartwright on the challenge of converting hotel space into housing

What does it take to redefine entrepreneurship for both impact and profit, and can owning less of a company mean achieving more? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, listeners are invited to consider how traditional business structures and investment models can be transformed for greater societal good without sacrificing returns. Blake Jones joins Marcia Dawood as today's guest—a self-described accidental entrepreneur who transitioned from engineering in the oil and gas sector to pioneering employee ownership through Namaste Solar. His journey includes international work in renewable energy, founding a successful solar cooperative, and now leading the innovative Kachuwa Impact Fund, which democratizes impact investing via a cooperative model boasting over 300 members and nearly 100 diversified assets. The episode takes a deep dive into how Blake Jones and the Kachuwa Impact Fund structure investments to balance financial returns with meaningful impact. Offering an accessible, diversified portfolio that pays annual dividends, the fund supports employee ownership conversions, affordable housing, and more—all governed democratically. If you've ever wondered how to invest for impact while still earning returns, or how cooperatives operate in practice, this episode is a must-listen for its fresh perspectives, practical insights, and inspiration for anyone looking to shake up traditional business and investing models.   To get the latest from Blake Jones, you can follow him below! https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-jones-ab044925/  https://www.kachuwaimpactfund.com/   Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing! Website: www.marciadawood.com Learn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are! Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.apple Spotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

As part of our continuing series on Nashville's affordable housing crisis, today we're looking at the challenges older adults are facing. The city has partnered with a program called Nesterly to pair seniors with younger residents through home sharing. Nesterly's Nashville community liaison Kay Bowers joins Marie Cecile Anderson to explain how, and why, the program works. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 13th episode: Window Nation Centennial Park Conservancy Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released income limits May 1 for fiscal year (FY) 2026. On this week's episode of Tax Credit Tuesday, Michael Novogradac, CPA, and Thomas Stagg, CPA, discuss the new income limits and how they are used to determine eligibility and calculate rent limits for HUD-assisted programs and low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) properties. Novogradac and Stagg give an overview of the new income limits and review the factors that determine them. The two then discuss the potential impact that income limits will have on year-over-year income growth, as well as factors that various stakeholders should consider. They close the episode with an overview of various Novogradac resources to understand income limits, including the upcoming Novogradac 2026 HUD Rent and Income Limits and Outlook for 2027 Webinar.

Ryan Groene shares his decade-long journey in mobile home park investing, covering market focus, operational strategies, challenges, and future opportunities in the industry.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Habitat for Humanity recently hit a milestone in Uptown: Two homes it finished building in February had their appraisals match their costs, which isn't a given when talking about affordable housing in Memphis. Zach Amos, the public policy director of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis; Kelbert Fagan, program manager of Convergence Memphis; and Ron Brooks, president of River City Capital, join Bill Dries and host Eric Barnes to discuss the challenges.

Today we're talking about affordable housing, and more specifically, whether the most viable path to creating new affordable housing might not be new construction at all.There is a very common statement in the housing conversation, and it sounds something like this: We need more affordable housing, the implication being that therefore we need to build more affordable housing.That sounds logical on the surface. But when you examine the economics, the statement begins to fall apart.New construction today is expensive. Land is expensive. Labor is expensive. Materials are expensive. Insurance is expensive. Financing is expensive. Development charges, impact fees, utility connection fees, permitting delays, and code requirements all add cost before a single resident ever moves in.When you add all of that together, the finished product has to command a certain rent just to be financially viable. That rent is often far above what most people would consider affordable.This is the central contradiction in affordable housing policy. We ask developers to build affordable housing, but we impose a cost structure that requires market rents or government subsidy to make the project work.-------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

First, a new 88-unit affordable housing community just landed in Downtown. Then, new information on ICE arrests was just released from members of San Diego's congressional delegation. Also, we'll tell you about some recent complications at the Escondido Public Library. And our feature story highlights the San Diego International Fringe Festival returning for its 14th year. Last but not least, some weekend event ideas for you and yours happening across the county.

In this episode of Tank Talks, host Matt Cohen sits down with Jon Love, founder and executive chair of KingSett Capital, one of Canada's largest and most experienced private equity real estate platforms. A seasoned investor who has navigated multiple market cycles, Jon is known for his frank, unfiltered takes on Canadian policy, regulation, and capital deployment, and this conversation is no different.Jon shares his honest assessment of the federal government's newly announced $25 billion Canada Strong sovereign wealth fund, the push to fast-track major resource projects, and what's really holding Canada back: not a shortage of capital, but a shortage of permission. He also breaks down where the real estate market stands today across office, retail, industrial, and residential, and why he believes a sharp recovery is coming for those with the balance sheet to wait it out.Whether you're a developer, investor, policy watcher, or simply trying to understand what's actually happening in the Canadian economy, Jon Love delivers the kind of straight talk that cuts through the noise.Canada's $25 Billion Sovereign Wealth Fund: Progress or Déjà Vu? (02:48)* Jon's honest take on the Canada Strong fund and what's still missing* Why the real barrier to investment isn't capital, it's permission* Lessons from the Heritage Fund and what discipline looks like in practiceResource Fast-Tracking and the Major Projects Office (08:36)* The bull and bear case for Tim Hodgson's promise of 5–10 shovel-ready projects by spring 2027* What regulatory bottlenecks remain under the Carney government* Why Shell's takeover of Arc Resources signals renewed confidence and what still needs to happen nextInstitutional Capital Coming Home (14:50)* What's different about this wave of pension fund repatriation* OMERS, the Maple Eight, and why Canadian real estate returns are among the best in the world* The case for Canada as a technology superpower and why Jon is more optimistic than mostThe Real Estate Cycle: Where We Are and What's Coming (20:25)* Triple-A office as the surprise strongest asset class in the country* Why for-sale residential is in pain and why a sharp recovery is inevitable* How banks are behaving with stressed borrowers, and the Oxford story from 1992 that defined a strategyCreative Repurposing, Affordable Housing, and the HST Rebate (30:44)* Office-to-hotel conversions in Toronto and why adaptive reuse is just getting started* Why streamlining affordable housing approvals matters more than new funding programs* The HST rebate: right medicine, but the prescription still isn't writtenMedia, Trade Wars, and What Jon Would Tell Carney (33:24)* Why the Port of Vancouver's seven-day container turnaround vs. Dubai's seven hours is a symbol of a much bigger problem* How media fragmentation and social media have made constructive policy debate nearly impossible* The one frank piece of advice Jon would give Prime Minister Carney if he had 15 minutes: give permissionAbout Jon LoveJon Love is the founder and executive chair of KingSett Capital, one of Canada's leading private equity real estate platforms. With decades of experience across multiple market cycles, Jon has built a reputation for candid, principle‑driven commentary on Canadian policy, regulation, and investment. He is a former CEO of Oxford Properties and has been a key figure in shaping Canada's institutional real estate landscape. Beyond investing, Jon is known for mentoring young talent, championing affordable housing, and relentlessly advocating for cutting red tape.Connect with Jon Love on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonlovekingsett?originalSubdomain=caVisit KingSett Capital website: https://www.kingsettcapital.com/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

In this no-holds episode, we're joined by Minneapolis City Council Member Michael Rainville (Ward 3). One of the straight-shooting voices on the Council. Over hot coffee, Michael rips open the latest City Council drama and tells it like it is. We're talking police overtime and standby pay, affordable housing, political battles, the projects moving forward, and the ridiculous roadblocks still getting in the way of actually getting the city rebuilt.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Leo Young, who shares how he scaled to 500+ mobile home park units while navigating increasing competition and regulatory pressure. He explains his strategy of improving communities, raising rents toward market, and shifting from quick exits to longer-term holds through refinancing to maximize investor returns. The conversation highlights how operators are being squeezed by both institutional capital and new investors entering the space, making deal flow harder to find. Leo also breaks down the realities of managing across multiple states, emphasizing geographic diversification to hedge against evolving regulations such as rent control. He discusses expanding into RV parks, the operational differences compared to mobile home parks, and why operator execution matters more than asset class. Throughout, he stresses disciplined underwriting, strong systems, and building the right team as the key to long-term success in a tightening market. Leo Young Current role: Managing Partner at Cornell Communities Based in: New York, New York Where to find them: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeoYoungRealEstate https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-young/ Visit ⁠trustetc.com/bestever⁠ for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://m1.com/ for more info.  Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Kip Sheppard, a leader in affordable housing development whose career spans more than three decades and over 35,000 units built nationwide. What begins as a conversation about Kip's early life and church mission experience in Germany quickly evolves into a masterclass on discipline, resilience, and long-term value creation.Kip shares how foundational experiences like athletics, faith, and his time as an accountant shaped his approach to business, teaching him that mastering the language of business is essential to building anything meaningful. He reflects on pivotal relationships with mentors and the defining partnership with Dell Loy Hansen, which ultimately launched a career built on innovation within the low income housing tax credit space.Casey and Kip explore lessons from navigating the 2008 financial crisis, the power of attention to detail, and why consistency, integrity, and showing up on time remain the ultimate competitive advantages. At its core, this episode is about building more than real estate; it is about building a life centered on family, purpose, and lasting impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for a masterclass in regional real estate success with Keith Hand, who shares his journey from health and fitness to dominating the mobile home and affordable housing markets in small communities. Discover strategies for scaling, quality construction, navigating regulations, and seizing opportunities in the mobile home industry.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode, host Quentin interviews real estate expert Cory Harelson about the often overlooked asset class of mobile home parks. Cory shares his journey from structural engineering to real estate investing, along with insights into market opportunities and the growing demand for affordable housing. He also emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships to succeed in the real estate business.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

We're sharing a bonus episode of Chris' sit-down with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for a special edition of “All In.” In this town hall special, held at the Bronx Children's Museum, they discuss how Mamdani has been able to speak to people on both sides politically, his vision for the city and what it could mean for bigger national ideas. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.