Podcasts about housing solutions

In this conversation, John Harcar and Brian Iverson discuss the importance of sustainable building practices and the innovative products that can enhance energy efficiency in construction. Brian shares his unique journey in real estate, his transition to sustainable building, and the development of his patented thermal studs that significantly reduce energy costs. They explore the challenges and opportunities in the market, the environmental impact of building materials, and the future of affordable housing. Brian emphasizes the need for change in the construction industry and the potential for new business opportunities in sustainable building. 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 the Real Estate Pros podcast, Stephen S. interviews John Morey, a seasoned real estate investor with nearly a decade of experience. John shares his journey from being an employee to becoming a successful investor, emphasizing the importance of networking and family support. He discusses his focus on affordable housing, particularly tiny home communities, and the impact of generational wealth on his family. John also addresses misconceptions about mobile home parks and offers insights for those looking to enter the affordable housing market. He concludes with details about the Southern Charm Real Estate Conference he founded to support local investors.   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 Founder's Club, we sit down with Jeremy Yost — U.S. Navy veteran, real estate powerhouse, and CEO of Yost Management Services. Jeremy shares how his military background shaped his leadership style and continues to influence his mission-driven approach to real estate development.From navigating regulatory hurdles to balancing rising construction costs, Jeremy offers a behind-the-scenes look at how he successfully delivers affordable housing projects without compromising quality or community impact. He also dives into the future of senior living, discussing innovative solutions for aging populations and the critical role of public-private partnerships in accelerating housing initiatives.Whether you're in real estate, leadership, or community development, this conversation is packed with insights on scaling with purpose and leaving a legacy that matters.Tune in to hear Jeremy's blueprint for building stronger, more accessible communities.Yost Management Serviceshttps://www.yost-management.com/ 

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Dylan Silver interviews Nick Copland, a seasoned coach in the midterm rental space. They discuss Nick's journey into real estate, the benefits of midterm rentals, and how to find and manage midterm renters. Nick shares insights on the advantages of working with corporate clients, the importance of building relationships, and the potential of arbitrage in real estate. The conversation also touches on how newcomers can get started in the midterm rental market and the coaching resources available to help them succeed.   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   —--------------------

Send us a textWhat does it mean when a community evolves? From Farmstead's transformation into Bonrue Bakery to the complex urban planning challenges facing St. George, this conversation explores how Southern Utah is navigating its adolescence as a growing region.Chris Conners shares his entrepreneurial journey, including how his French-inspired bakery found its footing in downtown St. George and the unexpected positive response to rebranding. His story illuminates the broader evolution happening across our community – businesses creating other businesses, talent attracting more talent, and new ideas reshaping what it means to live in this desert landscape.The discussion dives deep into the barriers preventing innovative solutions to housing and transportation challenges. With over 16 different residential zoning classifications alone, even experienced developers spend countless hours navigating regulations that often prevent common-sense development. As City Council member Danielle Larkin notes, "People are fearful. Change feels scary, it feels threatening." Yet this fear often leads to contradictions – residents simultaneously want charming, walkable neighborhoods while opposing the very zoning changes that would create them.Perhaps most fascinating is the exploration of how self-driving vehicles will transform St. George within the next decade. Are we investing millions in parking structures and road infrastructure that may become obsolete? As one participant observes about his nine-year-old son's reaction to autonomous vehicles: "He's like, 'Why would I ever have to drive a car?' And I think as a kid I was so excited to drive a car because self-driving wasn't an option."Join us for this thought-provoking conversation about finding balance between preservation and progress, between suburban comfort and urban vitality, and between the St. George of yesterday and the community we're building for tomorrow. Subscribe to the 435 Podcast for more insights into the people and ideas shaping Southern Utah.Looking for the best bakery? Visit their webpage here: https://bonruebakery.com/Looking for a Real Estate expert? Find us here!https://realestate435.kw.com/www.wealth435.comhttps://linktr.ee/wealth435Below are our wonderful friends!Find FS Coffee here:https://fscoffeecompany.com/Find Tuacahn Amphitheater here:https://www.tuacahn.org/Find Blue Form Media here:https://www.blueformmedia.com/#podcast #southernutah #stgeorgeutah #435podcast #realestate #business #downtown  [00:00:00] Intro.[00:10:45] Bonrue Bakery: The Rebranding Story.[00:26:25] Growth Challenges in St. George History.[00:41:20] Downtown Development and Public Perception. [01:00:32] Zoning Restrictions and Urban Planning Issues.[01:18:25] Transportation Evolution and Self-Driving Future.[01:32:40] Housing Solutions and Downtown Redevelopment.

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Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) is an organization that aims to empower people of faith to engage in issues such as environmental injustices, pollution, climate change and more. Marqus Cole, who serves as the organizing director for GIPL, talks more about the organization’s work and impact. He also shares his thoughts about how faith intersects with climate activism. Plus, Wanona Satcher is on a mission to address the housing crisis. She is the CEO and founder of Mākhers Studio. The East Point-based construction and management firm specializes in transforming shipping containers into housing and retail solutions. As we spotlight “Closer Look’s” most memorable conversations, we revisit Rose’s conversation with Satcher. She talks about her vision to use micro-housing as a sustainable and viable option to solve the home affordability problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian senate candidate Jordan van dem Lamb, also known as Purple Pingers, speaks to Green Left about: how he got involved in housing activism; what are the solutions to the housing crisis; answering the scaremongering about squatting; and the benefits of having a socialist voice in parliament. We acknowledge that this was produced on stolen Aboriginal land. We express solidarity with ongoing struggles for justice for First Nations people and pay our respects to Elders past and present. If you like our work, become a supporter: https://www.greenleft.org.au/support Support Green Left on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/greenleft Green Left online: https://www.greenleft.org.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLeftOnline/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/greenleftonline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/greenleftonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greenleftonline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenleftonline/ Podbean: https://greenleftonline.podbean.com/ Telegram: https://t.me/greenleftonline Podcast also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Antennapod, Itunes and PodcastAddict.

Kurt acted as the Director of Corporate & Commercial Architecture and Urban Planning at Legat Architects in Chicago, where he led Midwest and National teams in the design and delivery of hospitality, entertainment, multifamily, retail, senior living, and life science projects. He is an active advocate of Enlightened Urbanism, marrying urban planning, evidence-based design, and experiential design to create a sense of place by incorporating principles of wellness and sustainability into every project. Kurt's industry knowledge and focus on collaborative design solutions will be integral to HED's effectiveness toward its mission: Advancing Your World, through the Positive Impact of design, our teams create exceptional solutions for our clients, the community, and the world. What You Will Learn: Who is Kurt Volkman? How does Kurt Volkman define the criteria for affordable housing projects? How can architecture contribute to creating a sense of community in new developments? How competitive is the landscape for obtaining tax credits for affordable housing? What strategies are being explored to finance affordable housing projects? How does Kurt approach the challenges of finding suitable sites for new housing projects? What are the current trends in materials used for constructing affordable housing? What considerations must be made when designing buildings that exceed three stories? What benefits does creating a walkable community provide to residents and businesses? What strategies are used to ensure retail spaces remain viable in new developments? How does Kurt design spaces to enhance safety and retention for residents? How do new construction and renovation compare in terms of speed and cost-effectiveness for affordable housing? What are the challenges of converting office buildings into residential spaces? How can industry professionals stay informed about trends and regulations in architectural design? What resources can individuals use to research architectural practices in their areas? What organizations provide valuable information for understanding housing development and architecture? How can understanding local building trends inform investment decisions in real estate? What key advice does Kurt offer for those interested in the architectural and real estate industries? Kurt shares how everyone can contact him. Additional Resources from Kurt Volkman: Website: https://hed.co/ Email: kvolkman@hed.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-volkman-b479a47 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HEDadvances/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hedadvances/ Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW! Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg

Learn how the Regional Housing Alliance plans to strategize and relieve the affordable housing challenge in La Plata County at the 2nd annual Southwest Housing Summit. By Sadie Smith.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/2nd-annual-southwest-housing-summit-returns-to-durango This story is sponsored by FLC Center for Innovation and Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea.Support the show

Julius Nyanda is the Founder and CEO of HouseKeys, unlocking housing opportunity for cities, developers, homeowners, and renters. HouseKeys is a civic tech platform that helps local governments manage affordable and mixed-income housing programs across ownership, rental, and finance. Through its Program Marketplace, Julius and his team streamline administration and expand access to community-driven housing solutions, supporting cities like Beverly Hills, Morgan Hill, and San Francisco in delivering scalable, equitable outcomes.(03:22) - Challenges in Affordable Housing Development(06:10) - Housing policy incentives for Investors(10:46) - HouseKeys Marketplace approach(13:04) - The Economics of Affordable Housing(14:10) - GovTech & VC Opportunities & Challenges(22:37) - Feature: Blueprint 2025: The Future of Real Estate - Register now (23:23) - California's New YIMBY Bills(26:29) - AI & the Future of Housing Solutions(37:07) - Collaboration Superpower: Robert F. Smith (CEO at Vista Equity Partners) & Jack Ma (Founder of Alibaba)

John Maytham is joined by the Head of the Streetscapes Charity Programme Everyone Has a Place to request support for a bold new initiative offering real, tangible hope: for the first time, the City of Cape Town is selling seven residential buildings to a non-profit at a staggering 90% discount. If successful, these buildings will become transitional homes for people making their way off the streets—combining housing with psychosocial support, skills training, and job opportunities. Streetscapes must raise R250,000 by the end of May 2025 to secure the buildings. Learn more and donate at: www.streetscapes.org.zaBecause in Cape Town, everyone should have a place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of The Elephant in the Dome, Senate Republican Leader John Braun and Senator Keith Goehner discuss Washington's housing crisis and the Senate Republican plan to address affordability. They break down the impact of restrictive regulations, the risks of rent control, and why empowering private sector development is key to increasing supply. Tune […] The post The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Washington Senate Republicans Push for Housing Solutions appeared first on Senate Republican Caucus.

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Matt Faircloth and Dave Cooper discuss the evolution of construction technology, focusing on modular and offsite construction methods. They explore the current housing shortage in the U.S. and globally, examining the factors contributing to this issue, including rising costs and regulatory hurdles. The discussion highlights the potential of manufacturing and technology to create affordable housing solutions, emphasizing the need for a shift in how homes are built to meet modern demands. Dave shares insights on the benefits of modular construction, including efficiency, speed, and sustainability, while also addressing the challenges and misconceptions surrounding offsite construction methods. Sponsors: Crystal View Capital Capital Gains Tax Solutions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Otis Odell stands as a luminary in the housing development arena, with unparalleled expertise in navigating diverse markets and crafting multifamily housing designs that redefine living spaces. Otis leads a national strategy and portfolio as Business Leader | Housing and Mixed-Use at HED for an eclectic mix of multi-family developments, from upscale high-rises to community-centric mixed-use and affordable housing. His mastery extends beyond construction, navigating the intricacies of development markets and pioneering innovative designs in multifamily living. He is a Board Member of the Council on Open Building and a passionate advocate for modular, sustainable and affordable design. Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1187780/supporters/newFollow Rama on socials!LinkedIn | Meta | Twitter | Instagram|YoutubeConnect to Rama Krishnahttps://calendly.com/rama-krishna/ E-mail: info@ushacapital.comWebsite: www.ushacapital.comRegister for Multifamily AP360 - 2024 Asset Management virtual conference - https://mfap360.com/assetmanagementTo find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: email: info@ushacapital.com

How do different countries pay for housing? Alex and Minkoo delve into peculiar, but impactful complexities of South Korea's real estate market, focusing on the significant rise in housing prices, the cultural implications of high-rise living, and the unique Jeonse system. They discuss the impact of fluctuating financial conditions on housing, the consequences of the Jeonse collapse, and draw comparisons with China's real estate challenges. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of Korea's housing market amidst demographic shifts and economic pressures. Keywords South Korea, real estate, housing market, Junsei system, Seoul, cultural significance, interest rates, economic stability, population decline, rental market Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Overview of South Korea's Real Estate Market 02:47 The Dynamics of Housing Prices and Cultural Implications 05:52 Living Conditions and Housing Preferences in Seoul 08:50 Urban Development and High-Rise Living in East Asia 11:33 Geographical Constraints and Housing Density 14:28 Construction Efficiency and Housing Affordability 17:33 Understanding the Jeonse System 20:41 The Challenges of the Jeonse System and Market Dynamics 23:22 Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Housing Market 24:46 Consequences of Defaults and Tenant Rights 27:03 Cultural Reflections in Media: Squid Game 28:30 Emergence of the Rental Market in Korea 29:35 Economic Growth and Real Estate Dynamics 31:22 Lessons from China's Real Estate Market 33:54 Global Economic Interconnections and Steel Production 37:01 Tariffs and Their Impact on Housing Costs 40:12 Future of Housing in Korea: Challenges Ahead 42:32 Shifts in Living Preferences and Market Dynamics 46:08 Opportunities for Innovation in Housing Solutions

Your Favorite Locals sit down with Grant Denton, Founder of The Karma Box Project to discuss the impact he's making in Reno's homeless community. The Karma Box Project is a nonprofit organization committed to improving the lives of homeless individuals by providing them with safe and stable housing, along with the resources and support necessary to achieve self-sufficiency.(00:00 - 01:03) Intro(01:04 - 14:01) Grant Denton's Background(14:02 - 23:12) Addiction to Homelessness(23:13 - 30:56) Life on the streets(30:57 - 34:30) The turning point(34:31 - 45:05) The Karma box Project was born(45:06 - 50:16) Understanding the Reno Homeless(50:17 - 58:20) Housing Solutions(58:21 - 01:00:48) Why are people becoming homeless in Reno?(01:00:49 - 01:07:56) History of Homelessness(01:07:57 - 01:28:07) Solving Homelessness is not that simple(01:28:08 - 01:32:46) Do people want to be homeless?(01:32:47 - 01:37:08) Humane vs. Inhumane(01:37:09 - 02:01:08) What does help look like?(02:01:09 - 02:10:07)What de-stigmatizes the homeless?(02:10:08 - 02:13:14) Should we help people directly on the street?(02:13:15 - 02:23:35) The Karma BoxesWhere to find Grant Denton?https://www.instagram.com/grantadenton/Do you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Local? Apply to be on or submit a guest recommendation: https://www.yourfavoritelocals.com/apply-to-be-onWe love what we do and we hope you do too! Have you subscribed to YFL on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/ @yourfavoritelocalsFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/your.favoritelocals/#homeless #helpinghomeless #homelessness

The Impact Real Estate Podcast is now Beyond the Resume! In this episode we chat with Pat Schwartz (Better Tomorrows), Susan Neufeld (BRIDGE Housing Corporation), Andrea Ponsor (Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future) and Yasmin Hurston Cornelius (L+M Development Partners LLC) about the critical role of social services in affordable housing. The panel alo explores how these services have evolved, the impact of COVID-19, and the financial models that support them. The discussion touches on the importance of resident engagement, the challenges of funding, and the benefits of integrating services into for-profit housing models. They also chat about how the innovations in housing solutions and the necessity of building trust within communities.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3I3nkG9Spotify: https://spoti.fi/35ZJGLTWeb: https://www.jacksonlucas.com/podcast/webinar-affordable-housing-servicesChapters00:15 Introduction of Panelists and Their Backgrounds07:01 Overview of Affordable Housing Services07:56 Evolution of Social Services in Housing13:14 Funding Challenges and Stakeholder Engagement19:52 Policy and Financing Partners in Affordable Housing20:37 Navigating Financial Pressures in Community Services23:10 Measuring Impact: The Challenge of Metrics25:38 Building Trust and Community Engagement29:47 The Role of Service Coordination in Housing38:45 COVID-19: Unveiling Mental Health Challenges48:11 The Importance of Services in Affordable Housing53:59 Innovations in Housing Solutions and TechnologyTakeawaysSocial services have evolved from being seen as a box to check to an integral part of housing stability.The pandemic highlighted the fragility of mental health among residents and service providers alike.Fewer evictions and lease violations lead to significant cost savings for property owners.Building community is essential for effective service delivery in affordable housing.Funding for social services often comes from operating budgets, not just grants.Resident engagement is crucial for understanding and meeting community needs.The housing first model is becoming a standard approach in affordable housing.Innovative solutions like tiny homes and technology can enhance housing services.Trust between residents and service providers is vital for successful outcomes.Collaboration with local organizations can improve service delivery and community impact.

Building a community of support: How one family created an accessible housing option to help their child with special needs thrive.

Send us a textWelcome back Family! This week I'm diving into what Vice President Kamala Harris and President Donald Trump are promising to do about the housing market.

As a past CMHC underwriter Pierre-Paul Turgeon always brings some perspective to Canadian housing through the multi-unit space. On this episode we speak about a funding option geared towards apartment construction, where the current state of the housing market has us headed, and what it means for the options our kids have in the future.

Julia Woodhall-Melnik is the director of the Home Research Lab at UNB Saint John. Willie Scholten is the president of the New Brunswick Apartment Owners Association. Mylène Vincent is the founder of Pivot Housing and a board member for the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association. 

The Friends of Boston Homeless is a non-profit "housing first" organization dedicated to assisting our most vulnerable neighbors find safe, sustainable housing solutions. Volunteer Board Member Darren Lee shares his personal childhood story about overcoming homelessness. We discuss how fast stable can turn to tragic and the roll of organizations, like the Friends, can be part of the path back to "normalcy" for people in need. To learn more, donate, or volunteer, visit www.fobh.org.

Join Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker as they dive into the complexities of affordable housing in the San Francisco Bay Area with Yusef Freeman (The Vistria Group), Sam Moss (Mission Housing Development Corporation) Smitha Seshadri (BRIDGE Housing Corporation) and Heather M. Hood (Enterprise Community Partners). The conversation highlights the challenges, innovative solutions, and the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders. The discussion covers the current state of affordable housing, unique regional challenges, funding mechanisms, and the role of partnerships, particularly with faith-based organizations, in addressing housing needs. The panelists emphasize the necessity for systemic changes and the urgency of increasing housing supply to meet the growing demand.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3I3nkG9Spotify: https://spoti.fi/35ZJGLTWeb: https://www.jacksonlucas.com/podcast/webinar-sf-affordable-housingChapters00:00 Introduction to Affordable Housing Solutions06:59 Current Trends in Affordable Housing12:35 Challenges in Building Affordable Housing20:41 Innovative Initiatives for Housing Supply23:48 Types of Housing and Community Needs29:05 Funding and Financing Strategies35:00 Partnerships with Faith-Based Organizations45:13 Future Prospects and Positive DevelopmentsTakeawaysWe need more funding for affordable housing.The need is for over 180,000 affordable homes.San Francisco has a unique housing challenge.Prop 5 is critical for housing bonds.We need to partner with faith-based organizations.Navigating regulations is exhausting.We need major changes in housing policy.Affordable housing is a community necessity.Funding is essential for housing projects.We are excited about new housing developments.

Send us a textIn this episode of Shoresides, we dive into the housing challenges faced by neurodiverse individuals and seniors in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Robert Ferber, retired physician and president of Independent Works, joins us to discuss their mission to create inclusive housing through the CityPlace project. Ferber shares his personal connection to the cause, driven by his daughter's experience with autism, and highlights how Independent Works is collaborating with local organizations to provide affordable, supportive housing for neurodiverse adults and seniors. Tune in to learn more about this innovative approach to housing and community.Resources for Neurodiverse individuals and families in coastal North Carolina: Independent Works has several opportunities and resources found on their website.  A good place to start is to sign up for their newsletter. New Hanover County offers several resources for neurodiverse adults and children. Below are some key options for support and services:For Children:Family Support Network of Southeastern NCOffers resources and support for families with children who have special needs, including neurodiversity.Website: https://www.familysupportsenc.org/New Hanover County Schools - Exceptional Children ServicesProvides individualized educational programs and services for children with disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders.Contact through your child's school or visit the New Hanover County Schools website.Autism Society of North Carolina - Wilmington ChapterOffers support groups, advocacy, and information for families and children with autism.Website: autismsociety-nc.orgFor Adults:The Arc of North CarolinaProvides advocacy, resources, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism and other neurodiverse conditions.Website: arcnc.orgTEACCH Autism Program - WilmingtonA statewide program offering diagnostic, therapeutic, and community support services for autistic individuals and their families.Website: teacch.comNAMI WilmingtonThe National Alliance on Mental Illness provides support for people with mental health and neurodiverse conditions, offering peer-led groups, education, and advocacy.Website: namiwilmington.orgGeneral Resources:Cape Fear ClinicOffers behavioral health services, including for neurodiverse individuals.Website: capefearclinic.orgThese organizations can provide a range of services, from educational support to mental health care and advocacy for neurodiverse individuals.Support the showwww.shoresides.org

In this episode, we chat with Brian Grimes, CFP and founder of 24/7 Cash Flow University. Brian shares his journey from financial planning to real estate, focusing on affordable housing solutions, co-living strategies, and investing in Class C neighborhoods. He offers insights into the current real estate market, interest rate trends, and practical advice for investors looking to thrive in 2023 and beyond. Learn how to create cash flow, manage rental properties, and tackle the challenges of real estate investing while contributing to community development. Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Spotify- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/support Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow our Blog: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/blog Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18 Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1 Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphd Subscribe to our email newsletter: ⁠https://financial-freedom-for-physicians.ck.page/b4622e816d⁠ Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233 Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2024 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/support

The Friends of Boston Homeless is a non-profit "housing first" organization dedicated to assisting our most vulnerable neighbors find safe, sustainable housing solutions. Volunteer Board Member Darren Lee shares his personal childhood story about overcoming homelessness. We discuss how fast stable can turn to tragic and the roll of organizations, like the Friends, can be part of the path back to "normalcy" for people in need. To learn more, donate, or volunteer, visit www.fobh.org.

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In this episode, we're joined by Sheri Druckman, Regional Vice President at Legacy Partners, to explore the critical issues surrounding affordable housing and the advocacy efforts reshaping the multifamily industry. Sheri brings over 30 years of experience in multifamily housing, offering a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities in creating affordable, sustainable communities. From overcoming NIMBYism to the importance of mixed-income developments, Sheri shares actionable insights that can drive real change in the housing sector. Key Topics & Highlights: Affordable Housing Advocacy: Understand the importance of advocacy in breaking down barriers and building communities that are accessible to all income levels. Overcoming NIMBYism: Learn strategies to counteract the "Not In My Backyard" mindset and foster support for affordable housing projects. Leadership in Multifamily Housing: Discover how strong leadership and a commitment to social impact can transform the real estate industry. Innovative Solutions for Affordable Housing: Explore new approaches to affordable housing, including partnerships with tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon. The Role of Policy in Housing Development: Dive into the legislative efforts that are crucial for advancing affordable housing initiatives nationwide. Join us for a conversation on the future of affordable housing and the pivotal role of advocacy in making it a reality.  Whether you're a developer, investor, or community leader, this episode provides the tools and strategies needed to contribute to a more inclusive housing market. Digible:⁠ ⁠⁠https://digible.com/⁠⁠⁠ Fiona: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.myfiona.com/⁠⁠⁠ Leave a Spotify Review: ⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3LfoEdU⁠⁠⁠ Leave an Apple Review: ⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3AA2zRj⁠⁠

Rhythm & News Podcast interview with Tiffani McCoy, Policy and Advocacy Director for House Our Neighbors, discussing Seattle' experiencing a housing crisis with skyrocketing rents, increasing homelessness, and a lack of affordable options and how her organization is advocating for a social housing as a sustainable, community-focused solution. Interview by Chris B. Bennett. 

East Hampton Town is considering a proposal for the site of the former Stern's department store to be redeveloped with 48 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, which will then be sold to local employers to house their employees. Kirby Marcantonio, the publisher of Montauk Life and Hamptons Life magazines, and a group of investors is pitching the novel solution to East Hampton's workforce housing crisis. Reporter Christopher Walsh joins the editors on the podcast to discuss these plans and other affordable housing solutions.

Up End This is a custom modular housing solution, a startup located in Johnson, VT.  It's founder Michael Zebrowski is the kind of entrepreneur that everyone can both connect with and look up to.  He and his family have weathered the recent floods and the more daily mundane challenges inherent in owning your own business.   Learn More from Up End This They are looking to grow with a smart strategy and an eye towards the future of de-centralized housing solutions.  We spoke about how decisions made on materials and design can offer solutions to the challenges of building in our current environment.  We discussed the challenge of contemporary vs. traditional vernacular in the marketplace and a whole lot more that folks in the trades and consumers alike can find connection to.  

On this week's program, your host, Justin Mog, takes a seat in the common area for a great conversation about building community through cohousing! Listen in as we dialogue with Don Reinhardt, Outreach Director for Louisville Cohousing (https://www.louisvillecohousing.com/). Since the beginning of humankind, people lived with their extended families in communities where many tasks and resources were shared. Villages were structured in a way that encouraged more daily interaction.It is still that way in many places in the world. But here in the United States, especially, since World War,  our neighborhoods have typically been designed for the nuclear family in a way that encourages less interaction. Isolation has become one of the most prominent public health issues of our time. We are more self-sufficient, but are we really? In 1940, an estimated 8 percent of Americans lived alone in their household. Now, 40 million Americans currently live alone, accounting for 30% of American households. And loneliness, according to the surgeon general, has been found to have the same negative health impact as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.Revived models of the village, namely Cohousing, can provide a way to plan for a healthier and more sustainable way of living, where neighbors design their village together and support each other more. Learn more and get connected with Louisville Cohousing at https://www.louisvillecohousing.com/ Don is a native Kentuckian who graduated from Northern Kentucky University in the early 1980's with a degree in Psychology. Don currently lives in Campbellsburg, KY, where he returned to his home state in 2017 after 25 years in the San Francisco Bay Area. His work has included careers in mental health, information technology, and construction management, with over 30 years of experience in all levels of residential construction. He became interested in intentional community early in his career while studying at NKU. Don has lived in two Cohousing communities on the West Coast, and through all of his work he has carried a lifelong passion for combining Social Ventures with Housing Solutions. As a housing consultant, Don is currently partnered with nonprofit organizations in Louisville with missions of providing Affordable Housing for persons who have been marginalized. He has worked primarily with the Mattingly Edge, and a new non-profit start-up, Inclusive Housing Solutions, to launch Louisville Cohousing. In cooperation with Hope Dittmeier and Broke Crum at Mattingly Edge, and Mathilde Berthe at STUDIO co+hab, a cohousing architectural firm, and Frank Schwartz, a social worker, he recently spearheaded a grassroots effort by citizens who are part of Louisville Cohousing to get Cohousing included in the final draft of Mayor Greenberg's My Louisville Home Plan for 15,000 new Affordable Housing units by 2027. Don has family in Campbellsburg, Louisville, and Northern Kentucky. He has the dream of establishing Cohousing communities at each location. Listen to Don's earlier appearance on Forward Radio, when Don talked cohousing with Ruth Newman and K.A. Owens on April 3rd: https://soundcloud.com/wfmp-forward-radio/access-hour-live-for-the-pledge-drive-cohousing-4-3-24 As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com

Episode Theme:In this episode, we dive deep into the specialized real estate strategies of Urban Pacific Group of Companies, led by Scott Choppin. Our focus is on their innovative approach to developing workforce and multi-generational housing in California. We discuss how the company successfully bridges the gap between luxury and subsidized housing, navigating through the challenges of rent controls and zoning regulations.Key Highlights:Company Overview:Urban Pacific Group specializes in 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouses tailored for workforce and multi-generational living.The company has thrived for over two decades, making strategic decisions to avoid political controversies.Market Comparison:A comparison of real estate investment climates between California and Texas, emphasizing the difficulties faced by landlords in California due to stringent rent control laws and eviction processes.Examination of the Costa Hawkins law and strategies to mitigate rent control risks in new construction projects.Expansion Efforts:Current development of nearly 500 units in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Lynn Empire.Future plans to develop 500 to 1000 units annually in Southern California, focusing on Ventura, Santa Barbara, Contra Costa, and Alameda Counties.Economic Factors:Impact of cap rates and interest rates on the global housing market.Trends in California's rental market showing a flattening rather than a sharp decline, amidst a national decline in multifamily construction.Population and Demand:The significance of workforce housing in sustaining demand amid population shifts in California.The success of multi-generational housing relying on multiple earners within a family unit.Economic Sharing Model:Discussion on how families pool incomes and expenses to afford better amenities, emphasizing family connections.The dynamics of income sources in multi-generational households, particularly among Hispanic demographics, including retirement income and entrepreneurship.Tenant Selection:Importance of intuitive tenant selection processes, with adjustments based on individual cases.Additional Resources:Mention of a newsletter on real estate investments and workforce housing.Information about an upcoming webinar on diversification in real estate investing.Support for Financial Independence:Acknowledgment of Steve Tucker Capital for supporting financial independence through passive real estate investments and equine welfare.Connect with Scott Choppin:choppin@urbanpacific.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/scottchoppin/https://www.urbanpacific.com/

Send us a Text Message.Stellar Housing Solutions is a mid-term rental company based in New Jersey with 13 active MTRs & 3 managing partners: James Hwang, Frank Louvis and Denis Um. This team has very impressive Furnished Finder guest communication tips we will discuss today including 1) preferred photo order 2) multiple users managing one account 3) well designed message templates & 4) unique video walkthroughs including interior of cabinets & QR codes. 0:00 Intro- Welcome to The Landlord Diaries2:45 Stellar Housing Solutions stats3:30 6 signed leases before furnishing is complete!7:10 The value of marketing multiple listings in one area8:15 The creation of Stellar Housing Solutions10:35 13 mid term rentals and growing11:40 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms fully booked14:10 3 bedrooms are often occupied by 1-2 travelers 17:30 Golden Tip: Start marketing your property early on Furnished Finder18:15 Marketing your photos & top amenities properly24:45 Round table discussion about photo order32:00 Unique video walkthroughs including interior of cabinets & QR codes44:50 Multiple users managing one Furnished Finder account46:45 Tip for managing your Tenant Leads on Furnished Finder47:30 Furnished Finder message response preferences49:20 The 3 co-founder roles of Stellar Housing Solutions50:55 Stellar Housing Solutions is a perfect 3 circle venn diagram 53:15 Are you the lone ranger on your MTRs? Catch these tips58:40 Streamline your MTR business w/ KeyCheck's MTR tools1:00:30 Stellar's impressive use of Furnished Finder message templates1:04:30 Stellar's application process starts w/ the very first message1:07:00 Do your guests compliment your communication style?Stellar Housing Solutions on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=James_Hwang Stellar Video Walkthroughs:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3hjSIcDq5UThe Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

If you love skiing, snowboarding, trail running, or mountain biking, then why the hell do you need to know about things like short-term rentals, zoning codes, and accessory dwelling units? Because those things will impact whether or not you will be able to continue to ski, snowboard, run, bike, or live in some of your favorite places. So Troy Russ is back for another conversation about what we need to know — and do — re: housing issues and mountain town economics.RELATED LINKS:Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Our Previous Housing Conversations:6) Blister Summit ‘23: Mtn Town Economics5) Zack Giffin: Tiny Houses, Big Solutions5) Bjarne Salén: The Fifty Project & Tiny Homes3) Mtn Town Economics w/ Scott Ehlert 2) Mtn Town Economics w/ Troy Russ1) Mtn Town Economics w/ Dr. Jenny StuberTOPICS & TIMES:Troy's Current Role & Background (5:15)Updates On Previous Mtn Town Economics Conversations (12:17)Short-Term Rentals: Ideal Implementation? (22:37)Housing Stock & Affordability (27:02)Accessory Dwelling Units & Zoning Codes (36:31)Best Ideas Going Forward (43:21)How To Get Involved w/ Local Change? (47:52)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30CRAFTED Off The Couch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Temporary Housing Solutions in Insurance Claims with Tyler Graves | Claims Game Podcast 066 Join me as I kick off the first episode of the Claims Game Podcast in our brand-new studio! In this episode, I sit down with Tyler Graves, the owner of Ready Stays, to dive into the world of insurance claims and temporary housing solutions. Key Highlights: 1. Introduction and Ready Stays Overview:

In this engaging podcast, Nick Price as he delves into their journeys, emphasizing the significance of mindset, life approach, and mentorship. He shares their experience in entrepreneurship and real estate, showcasing their achievements in pitch competitions and advocating for time freedom and autonomy. They also explore their mission to foster supportive communities through innovative development strategies, with Nick expressing curiosity about Docked Co-living—a visionary concept in intentional community development. IN TODAY'S EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Entrepreneurship journey from college to multiple business ownership.Entrepreneurship, business ideas, and pitching.Career development and sacrifices made for future success.Co-living spaces, professional roommate matching, and business lessons learned.Community-focused real estate development.CONNECT WITH NICK: Website: www.dockedliving.com/contact-usInstagram: instagram.com/pricknice/Facebook: facebook.com/prickniceCONNECT WITH DONNIE: Follow Donnie: @donnie.hathawayFollow Palm Harbor Local: @PalmHarborLocalFor more real estate information - www.thehathaway.groupJOIN THE LOCALS  for exclusive discounts and specials from our local business owners and stay up to date on what's happening in Palm Harbor.Together, we keep Palm Harbor local.Stroll through the laid-back streets of the Palm Harbor community with this informative podcast, proudly brought to you by Donnie Hathaway with The Hathaway Group, your trusted guide and local expert in navigating the diverse and ever-changing property landscape of Palm Harbor. Work with me + FREE Resources Would you like help buying a home in Palm Harbor? - Buyer ConsultationWould you like help selling your house in Palm Harbor? - Seller Marketing ConsultationDownload our free buyer's guide today - Buyer's Guide

The statutory adjournment day of the 131st was April 18th, but the Legislature only recessed carrying many pieces of legislature over that was indefinitely postposed in a chaotic and partisan late night.  As the Legislature did not adjourn "Sine Die" the start of the enactment clock on all but emergency legislation has not yet begn, including the much discussed Supplemental Budget. Nothing is real, and campaigning for the next session should not be starting until they return to finish the work and adjourn Sine Die (aka no intention of returning)In this episode Rebecca Squared are joined by Kate Dufour, Laura Ellis and Amanda Campbell breaking down the ins and outs of this chaotic and partisan session. What happened...what ain't happening...and where are there glimmers of hope to emerge from this norm breaking session. More importantly, stick around and learn how you can join the the next MMA Legislative Policy Committee and play a role in educating the next Legislature of the level of government they took for granted this session. 

Jeff Burns, CEO & Co-Founder of Affiliated Development, discusses his company's focus on bridging the gap between luxury and affordability. The Affiliated company model uses affordable housing programs, like the Live Local Act, to offer consumers in South Florida a desirable alternative who are not quite ready to purchase or maybe using the rental market as a stepping stone. You can access the app without signing in. However, if you'd like, you can create an account through the desktop version at rworldvideos.com.

Franco Perez is an innovative entrepreneur and the driving force behind Franco Mobile Homes. Growing up in a family with unstable housing, Franco was determined to create affordable housing solutions in Silicon Valley and beyond. He discovered the potential of mobile home parks and has since built a successful business focused on helping families transition from renting to mobile home ownership. Franco's goal is to provide a stepping stone for families to achieve financial security and ultimately purchase their own homes.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of The Disruptive Successor Show, Jonathan Goldhill interviews Franco Perez, the founder of Franco Mobile Homes. Franco shares his personal journey from experiencing housing instability to becoming a pioneer in affordable housing solutions. He discusses the misconceptions and stigmas associated with mobile homes and highlights the benefits of mobile home ownership. Franco explains how his company is reimagining mobile homes and converting old trailers into luxurious, modern homes. He also addresses the housing crisis and the importance of providing affordable housing options for middle-class families. Franco's passion for helping others and his commitment to creating positive change in the housing industry shines through in this inspiring conversation.KEY TAKEAWAYSFranco Perez's personal experience with housing instability inspired him to create affordable housing solutions.Mobile homes offer a more affordable option for families looking to transition from renting to homeownership.Mobile homes provide the benefits of homeownership, including tax breaks, appreciation, and the ability to build equity.Franco Mobile Homes is focused on rebranding and destigmatizing mobile homes through education and showcasing the modern, luxurious options available.The company is expanding its reach to other metro areas and partnering with construction companies to provide affordable housing solutions nationwide.QUOTES"Mobile homes are a perfect stepping stone and a beautiful place for people to start their wealth-building journey.""Mobile homes provide a more flexible and affordable option for middle-class families to enter the housing market and build financial security.""Our goal is to enable people in other areas to build affordable housing solutions by sharing our blueprints and partnering with construction companies."Connect and learn more about Franco Perez.https://www.linkedin.com/in/francotv/http://franco.tv/If you enjoyed today's episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you're interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill's book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com

Join Cleve Gaddis on GoGaddis Real Estate Radio as we delve into the latest developments in the Metro Atlanta real estate market. From the Starlight 6 Drive-In Theatre to innovative housing solutions using shipping containers, discover the diverse housing landscape of Atlanta. Segment Introduction: Welcome back to GoGaddis Real Estate Radio. Today, we have an exciting lineup for you, including a comprehensive update on the Metro Atlanta real estate market over the last 7 days. Plus, we'll explore two unique aspects of Atlanta living: the iconic Starlight 6 Drive-In Theatre and the innovative use of shipping containers to combat homelessness. Let's dive in! Metro Atlanta Real Estate Update: Get the latest insights and trends in the Metro Atlanta real estate market, including new listings, price changes, and market conditions that could impact your buying or selling decisions. Something You Should Know about Atlanta – Starlight 6 Drive-In Theatre: Discover the charm and nostalgia of Atlanta's Starlight 6 Drive-In Theatre, a beloved landmark that continues to captivate audiences with its retro appeal and unique cinematic experience. Innovative Housing Solutions – Shipping Containers: Learn about Atlanta's innovative approach to combating homelessness by converting shipping containers into rapid housing units. Explore the benefits, challenges, and impact of this creative housing solution on Atlanta's homeless population. Listener Interaction: Have you ever visited the Starlight 6 Drive-In Theatre? Share your memories and experiences with us by visiting GoGaddisRadio.com. Further Listening: Explore the world of shipping container homes by listening to our podcast episode titled "Exploring Brookside Crossing, Shipping Container Homes and Shoe Etiquette" for an in-depth look at this innovative housing trend. Closing Segment: Thank you for joining us on GoGaddis Real Estate Radio. We hope today's episode provided valuable insights into the Metro Atlanta real estate market and showcased the innovative housing solutions being implemented in our community. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and expert advice on real estate. Host of GoGaddis Radio, Cleve Gaddis, has been a fixture in metro Atlanta real estate since 2000. He has served Atlanta since 1987 by helping thousands of buyers and sellers make smart decisions. As a Co-Team Leader of Modern Traditions Realty Group, he is able to help clients and real estate agents alike. He has the heart of a teacher and is passionate about helping listeners learn the ups and downs and the ins and outs of smart home buying and selling all throughout metro Atlanta. If you have a question for Cleve, click here : https://gogaddisradio.com/ask-a-question If you are looking to buy or sell your home with Cleve, click here : https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/contact If you are looking to join a real estate team, click here : https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/career-opportunity

MP Panel with: Chris Bittle, Andrew Scheer & Jenny Kwan; Charlie Angus, Outgoing NDP MP; The Front Bench with: Christy Clark, John Tory and David Coletto; Ivo Daalder, Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO & Roland Paris, Former Foreign Policy Advisor to Prime Minister Trudeau.

Welcome to the finale of our series on affordable housing for the creative workforce, brought to you in partnership with Arts for a Better Bay Area and the State of the Arts Summit. This episode is the culmination of our journey, featuring innovative solutions and inspirational figures from the creative world.Join us as we delve into the heart of the ABBA summit with “Housing for the Artist Workforce: Revisiting Artists' Housing Solutions.” Discover a pioneering pilot program that empowers artist property owners to leave a lasting legacy for the artistic community through a novel real estate trust model.Meg Shiffler, the esteemed Director of the Artist Space Trust, graces us once again with her presence, offering profound insights into the Trust's mission, its vital role in protecting artists' legacies, and how creatives can actively participate in shaping their futures.But that's not all! Our exclusive interviews from the ABBA summit, conducted by our insightful reporters Isa Nakazawa and Eric Estrada, will transport you to the heart of the action. We'll revisit conversations with influential figures like Kathryn Reasoner, a visionary in the arts, and Chun Yu, a poet and co-founder of the Two Languages One Community project, who infuse the summit with their innovative spirits and groundbreaking work.Don't miss out on this captivating conclusion to our series – our co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area through their State of the Arts Summit. a tribute to the power of creativity and collaboration in building sustainable futures for artists.To discover more about our guests and their impactful work, including programs, services, volunteer opportunities, and donation options, visit Voices Of The Community dot com. Navigate to the Arts and Culture Series page and locate Episode Ten. For additional insights on housing, revisit Episode Four of the arts and culture series to hear Meg and Kathryn discuss affordable housing for the creative workforce. You can explore the initiatives of Vital Arts and The Northern California Land Trust in Episode Seventy, from our special series focusing on the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on our nonprofit sector. And Don't miss Chun Yu's captivating poetry in Episode Two of our arts and culture series.Throughout this series, co-produced with Arts for a Better Bay Area, we've immersed ourselves in the challenges and triumphs of our arts and culture sector. From the lingering effects of the pandemic to inspiring stories of resilience, we've seen the struggles and the incredible solutions being forged.We hope you've gained a deeper understanding of the issues artists and organizations face: rising housing costs, lack of workforce support, and persistent undervaluing of their work. But we've also witnessed the power of creativity in driving economic revitalization, promoting health and well-being, and building stronger communities.The good news is, YOU can be a part of the solution. Here's how:Support Arts Organizations: Attend performances, exhibitions, and events. Spread the word about the incredible work they do.Advocate for Artists: Contact your elected officials and let them know that supporting the creative workforce is vital to a thriving community.Donate or Volunteer: Offer your time or resources to organizations making a difference in the arts and culture sector.Spread the Word: Use your voice on social media to amplify arts events and initiatives.The State of the Arts Summit sparked powerful dialogues. Let's keep the conversation going and work together to create a vibrant future for arts and culture in our communities. Because when the arts thrive, we all thrive. Thank you for joining us on this journey. Together, we can make a difference.We welcome your participation in our next virtual and live in-person community dialogue event. You can also watch this episode on our YouTube Channel and please Sign Up for our Newsletter to stay up to date on future episodes and to participate in our next live show. We would love to hear from you with feedback and show ideas, so send us an email to george@georgekoster.com.Please consider donating to Voices of the Community - Voices of the Community is fiscally sponsored by Intersection for the Arts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, that allows us to offer you tax deductions for your contributions. Please consider making a donation to help us provide future shows just like this one. Dive Into More Information on Each Episode, Speakers, Organizations and Resources at our Voices of the Community's Special Arts & Culture Series Web Landing Page

In this episode of the Nursepreneurs Podcast, we're excited to welcome Keisha Manning, a nurse-turned entrepreneur and the visionary behind NursesBnB. With a rich background in nursing that began in 2009, Keisha has journeyed from being a frontline healthcare worker to launching an innovative online platform dedicated to traveling clinicians. NursesBnB stands out by offering a safe, hassle-free booking process and budget-friendly housing options for healthcare professionals on the move. Keisha shares her inspiring story, from overcoming personal and professional challenges to creating a unique solution that supports the healthcare community in a profound way. What You'll Learn: Journey from Nurse to Entrepreneur: Keisha shares her path from nursing to founding NursesBnB, highlighting her motivation and challenges along the way. Addressing Housing Challenges for Traveling Clinicians: Insights into how NursesBnB solves accommodation issues for traveling healthcare workers through safety measures and affordable options. The Future of NursesBnB: Keisha discusses her vision for expanding NursesBnB's impact within the healthcare community and beyond. Advice for Aspiring Nurse Entrepreneurs: Practical advice from Keisha for nurses looking to venture into entrepreneurship, emphasizing innovation and resilience.

In an interview with the Hacks & Wonks podcast, King County Executive Dow Constantine outlined the county's approach to addressing the region's homelessness crisis - a crisis he says fundamentally stems from a lack of affordable housing. "The reason people don't have housing is because they can't afford housing," Constantine said. "It's a tremendously bad, unfortunate side effect of the economic story that we've seen unfold here over the last 20 years." Constantine stressed that the root cause of homelessness is people not being able to afford a place to live amid soaring housing costs. Other factors, like addiction, have been shown to be made worse by homelessness, but are not the root cause of it. "If you say they're not housed because they're addicted, that is simply saying that we're not providing the appropriate service," he stated. The county has taken a regional approach by partnering with cities through initiatives like the King County Regional Homelessness Authority to fund services and shelters. A key effort is the Health Through Housing program, which has acquired over 1,200 units by purchasing and converting former hotels and motels. "We had the University of Washington come in and study [this approach]...what we were anecdotally observing was absolutely true - that this made an enormous difference in people's lives," Constantine said. "About 95% of people who come into this permanent supportive housing are successful, meaning that they don't end up back in homelessness." However, the county has faced challenges getting some cities like Burien to site shelters and affordable housing projects amid pushback from opposed residents. Constantine urged residents and elected officials to see this as a shared crisis requiring regional cooperation. "For elected officials: you have to develop a spine...your jurisdiction has to do its part of the solution," he stated. "For residents: everything will work better when we're all participating and accommodating folks in your community." Looking ahead, Constantine said state legislative action is needed to reform Washington's "woefully inadequate" tax system that leaves cities and counties underfunded for affordable housing and services. "We have to adopt a mentality that we're all in this together, and that this is a shared challenge, and the solutions have to be shared," he concluded.   Resources King County Regional Homelessness Authority   Health Through Housing: A Regional Approach to Address Chronic Homelessness   “Kenmore's canceled affordable housing project draws sharp criticism” by Anna Patrick from The Seattle Times   “Redmond Swoops In To Save Kenmore's Cancelled Low-Income Housing Project” by Ryan Packer from The Urbanist   “A Seattle suburb known for affordability becomes example of U.S. debate on homelessness” by Anna Patrick from The Seattle Times   “King County will have to close health clinics without state help, Constantine says” by David Gutman from The Seattle Times   “King County allocates $3 million to fund 100 hotel rooms for asylum-seekers” by Alexandra Yoon-Hendricks from The Seattle Times   “King County Announces $1 Million in Additional Support for Asylees and Refugees in Tukwila” by Lauryn Bray from South Seattle Emerald   Transcript [00:00:00] Crystal Fincher: Welcome to Hacks & Wonks. I'm Crystal Fincher, and I'm a political consultant and your host. On this show, we talk with policy wonks and political hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening, and what you can do about it. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get the full versions of our Friday week-in-review show and our Tuesday topical show delivered to your podcast feed. If you like us, the most helpful thing you can do is leave a review wherever you listen to Hacks & Wonks. Full transcripts and resources referenced in the show are always available at officialhacksandwonks.com and in our episode notes. Well, today I'm very thrilled to be welcoming King County Executive Dow Constantine to the program. Welcome. [00:01:00] Executive Dow Constantine: Thanks for having me. [00:01:01] Crystal Fincher: Thank you for coming. And thank you for having a conversation that I think is very important - one that is on the forefront of many people's minds, that we see as we go about our daily lives, and unfortunately some of us have to experience - and that is dealing with homelessness, and the role that the county is playing in addressing homelessness in our region. Just starting out, what has been your approach to addressing our homelessness crisis, and why is it so important for the county to be involved? [00:01:33] Executive Dow Constantine: So a brief but really complex question. It is important to us because the reason our government exists is to seek to make this a welcoming community where every person has the opportunity to thrive. And it is tremendously difficult to thrive if you don't have a safe, secure place to call home. The county has a wildly complex system of governance, including local governance - so, there is one county government, there are 39 city governments, there are myriad special districts. And of course, there's the state and much more. And it is often difficult to figure out who's on first - who is in charge of which aspect of this complicated picture of housing and homelessness. So we have taken on the role of trying to create partnerships to bring together all of these jurisdictions, regardless of their formal responsibilities or authorities to stitch together a complete approach to helping our shared constituency - those folks who are unable to secure housing. The county is Public Health - the county has some considerable region-wide human services programs that we have constructed, notwithstanding the fact that we're only technically responsible for those programs in the unincorporated area of 250,000 people. The county has a lot of capacity that some of the smaller cities don't have. And so in many cases, sort of by default, we've stepped in to try to bring together all of the parties. Seattle has its own capacity - Seattle's a big city with an appropriately sized government that has experts, it has the capacity to go out and seek funding, to go out and hire experts and do the work. So we work in partnership with them, but we also try to help the smaller cities that don't have that capacity be able to step up and do the work for their constituents. And we can't do it alone. And all of that is to say that the county is not the be-all and end-all in this arena, so we sought to create a regional authority where we could unite, bring together all of the contracting that governments were doing for outside entities to provide services to the people. And that was really the motivation for starting the effort on the Regional Homeless Authority. [00:03:54] Crystal Fincher: And I wanted to talk about that a bit because I think people wonder - we've heard a number of officials from cities around the area, including Seattle, talk about how important this is to address regionally - that it's hard to address within each silo of each jurisdiction, and so a regional solution is needed. The King County Regional Homelessness Authority seemed to be an answer to that. But it's unclear sometimes what is within the scope of the authority, and what the county is doing, what cities are doing. So speaking from the county - where do you overlap, or where do you work with the KCRHA, and where do you operate independently? [00:04:34] Executive Dow Constantine: So I'm going to oversimplify in order to hopefully make it clear. But we had a lot of places where we're entering into contracts with nonprofits to go out on the streets and provide services. And then the City of Seattle had a lot of contracts, often with the same nonprofits. And those contracts were on different schedules, and had different requirements, and required a lot of paperwork by those nonprofits - things that were not contributing to actually getting people off the street. And so we decided to try to take all of that and put it into a single entity with a single set of processes - and the city and the county contributed staff who had been doing that work in our respective governments. The homeless authority is in charge of helping people who are on the streets - not through homeless authority employees providing direct services, but by contracting with those folks who can help people on the streets - getting people into shelter, getting people into housing, getting people into the services they need to be able to stabilize their lives and exercise the kind of control over their lives they want to have and that they used to have. The authority is not in charge of housing - of building housing, of creating housing stock. And that has been a source of considerable confusion over time - is to come back to the obvious basic issue that people are homeless because they don't have housing, they can't afford housing. And therefore, the authority should be building housing - no, that is not their job. That is our job, the city's, various cities' jobs. It is the housing authorities' jobs, it is the state's job. And keeping clarity about that and keeping the authority focused on the mission of contracting for direct services to folks on the street is important in order for all of us to be more effective. [00:06:14] Crystal Fincher: Got it. So as we get into talking more about what's happening in specific areas, I want to talk a little bit about what you just brought up - that homelessness is primarily a problem of housing, people not having housing. However, we hear people around the region - some saying, This is really an issue of addiction, this is an issue of criminality. It's not a housing issue. These are people who sometimes want to be out on the streets and don't want to have housing and don't want to have jobs - that kind of narrative. What do you think of that, and what is your approach to the issue of homelessness and what it's comprised of? [00:06:58] Executive Dow Constantine: So the reason people don't have housing is because they can't afford housing. They may have been evicted from housing for the inability to pay rent or lost their home because they couldn't pay their mortgage. They may have lost their housing because of domestic violence or because they were acting out in some way because they have an untreated or undertreated behavioral health challenge. But fundamentally, it's because people can't afford housing. There is too much money chasing too little housing in our region. And that is a tremendously bad, unfortunate side effect of the economic story that we've seen unfold here over the last 20 years - where there's just so much more money being paid to so many more people and then a bunch of people being left behind. So if you say - Well, they're not housed because they're addicted or they're not housed because they have an untreated mental health problem - that is simply saying that we're not providing the appropriate service in order for them to be able to exercise that authority over their own lives, to be able to earn money, and be able to get the housing they need. It also means that we have an affirmative responsibility to deal with the housing imbalance so that there is housing for people to rent at wages you can afford. It is a dodge simply to try to blame the victim all the time here. People want to say - Well, that would never happen to me because I'm a responsible person. I would never have a drug addiction. I would never get into a bad relationship. I would never lose my job - all those sorts of things. But that can happen to anybody, and we have to view every single person on the streets as though they are our brother or sister, or our daughter or son. And if we do that, then we will see our obligation to help them - not by simply being paternalistic toward them, but rather offering them the help they need to exercise agency - to be able to do what it is they want to do, which is live with the dignity and security. And to reconnect with their families and friends and peers. You go talk with folks who are living in homeless encampments - they are mostly from around here and they mostly really long to be able to simply be accepted in their community again, to be able to see their kids, to be able to be seen in the community as a person who is worthy of respect, and to carry themselves with dignity. And depriving them of that is just utterly unacceptable and inconsistent with who we want to be. [00:09:29] Crystal Fincher: Absolutely. Now, one of the things that we've learned over the past several years - and that the county has actually helped to operationalize - is the type of shelter, the type of housing that is most helpful. We've seen a move away from congregate housing to individual rooms where people can feel secure, can lock a door, and can really start to stabilize. Why has that been so important and how has the county been able to implement that? [00:09:58] Executive Dow Constantine: Well, sometimes congregate shelter - just an emergency shelter overnight - is essential. You're out on the street - it's unsafe either because of the weather or some other factor and you need to get inside. But being brought inside, given a mat on the floor, and then being kicked out with all your stuff at 7 in the morning is not a prescription for long-term progress. You just keep cycling through, you can never get your feet under you, you can never get stabilized, you can never get on track to deal with whatever underlying challenges you might have, or the simple act of getting cleaned up and applying for a job and starting to make money again. So when COVID started, we started moving people from congregate shelters into individual hotel rooms we had rented - it became clear that those people, in addition to avoiding getting COVID, were getting better in a whole lot of other ways. That having a door on the room with a lock on it, the ability to have their stuff be safe, the ability to get a full night's sleep, to have a bathroom to use when you wanted to started to get people calmed down to reduce the trauma and increase their ability to accept the other help that was available. And that help might be behavioral health treatment, that help might be job counseling, that help might be a whole range of things that could offer people a path back to the lives that they lived and that they want to live. And we had the University of Washington come in and study the hotel that we had in Renton, where we had moved many, many people who had been in congregate shelters, cycling in and out every day. And the university quickly identified that what we were anecdotally observing was absolutely true - that this made an enormous difference in people's lives. It was not their permanent home. It was not what they ultimately wanted for themselves. But the step up to a room of your own made a huge difference in their ability to start taking stock of the rest of their lives and being open to accepting the other help that was available. And so we really pursued that, and we've now purchased 1,200+ units through our Health Through Housing Initiative. We just opened a facility in Auburn - it's great, it's an old hotel, not that old - that folks are now moving into with supports on-site. And we're soon opening one in Redmond. And just as we found in the original Renton hotel, about 95% of people who come into this permanent supportive housing are successful, meaning that they don't end up back in homelessness. Some of them spend a lot of time in permanent supportive housing - some of them ultimately move into a place that was purpose-built for that - but a lot of folks move on to a job and subsidized, affordable housing, and ultimately to reclaiming their lives. And that is what we want. We want to prevent people from coming into homelessness, and we want to offer them the supports they need to exit homelessness. [00:12:55] Crystal Fincher: I want to talk about the Health Through Housing initiative a little bit more because it does seem to be a model that is working. And one of the things that seems to be tough, that a lot of areas are having challenges with, is how to work between jurisdictions - how a county can work with a city, its elected officials and leaders, be responsive to the local needs and residents and their concerns, and the need to house people there locally, and balancing sometimes differing perspectives and needs there. How have you worked through that process with cities, and what advice would you give to other counties in the same position and cities when it comes to working with the county? [00:13:41] Executive Dow Constantine: Well - how have we worked through it? Usually with great patience. We don't have land use authority inside of cities. We don't have permitting authority inside of cities. Even if we're bringing the resources, we have to work with those cities to get a place sited. What we offer to do is work with them to choose the operator so that the nonprofit operating it is one that the city's comfortable with and to have some percentage of the folks moving in be people who've been homeless in the local community - and I think those are all reasonable accommodations. And some cities have been quite successful - their leaders have stood up and worked with skeptics in their community in order to get sites up and running. Other cities have been less successful where the opponents of doing anything have ultimately kept them from taking action and moving forward. We're getting more and more success as people see that when these facilities open, they are not a blight, but a blessing - that they are able to get people off their streets locally and to help folks from around the region get their lives back. And I will say that the system we have where every local community essentially gets to approve or veto the housing that we collectively need is an awfully tough environment in which to solve a problem of this scale. The legislature keeps taking measured actions to require more of local jurisdictions, to say - No, you really do need to site these places. You really do need to include more affordable housing. You really need to include more housing generally. And in general, those measures have been successful. But there are still some communities that are being tugged back and forth by folks who just don't want to be part of the solution. We had a big challenge - permanent supportive housing issue in Kenmore, where Plymouth Housing had been working on a project in cooperation with the city for years, and there was an election and then the council majority changed - and suddenly they disapproved the permit. That building now, I'm pleased to say, is going to be sited instead in Redmond. And the city of Redmond stepped up and said - This is not okay. We want to help those who are in need in our region of the county. And they've voted to proceed, and they're moving forward pretty quickly on identifying a site and getting the funding to help Plymouth Housing build that building. [00:16:04] Crystal Fincher: Now, you did mention the legislature taking some actions to help make it easier to address this housing affordability, housing quantity, homelessness crisis. Is there any legislation that you're tracking right now that you think would be very helpful moving forward? [00:16:23] Executive Dow Constantine: I can't speak to any specific legislation this year. There was a bill introduced quite late, as I understand it, that would require cities to accommodate facilities like the Plymouth Housing facility we just discussed. But in general, the legislature and the county have multiple approaches - there's subsidy and then there's leverage, where they have essentially regulation that says in order to receive our funding for other things, you have to accommodate a certain amount of housing. And I do think that our cities more and more are getting with the program - that they are each having growing pains - they're each having a struggle between those who don't want anything to change and those who realize that the future is coming, whether you prepare for it or not. And as they see success in their neighboring cities, they realize that maybe a little bit of change is not the end of the world. So I'm encouraged about it. If I could double back to the Regional Homeless Authority, the idea there was to bring together King County and Seattle - where the big player is issuing contracts locally - and our other 38 cities, and the people with lived experience to inform the work we're doing. And that has been a difficult beginning - trying to get everybody to work in sync. It's getting better - we've got a new interim executive director who I think is going to be able to continue to build those relationships. We do definitely need all of the formerly known as suburban cities, all of the non-Seattle cities - many of them are not very suburban at all anymore - to participate at the appropriate scale for their city and participate in funding, participate in programming, participate in siting buildings - both affordable housing and supportive housing. And as we do that, we have the capacity in a county of 2.3 million people - one of the economic centers of the country - to give everybody a safe place to live and the supports they need to get moving again. But it needs to be an all-hands effort. It can't just be a few governments and our nonprofit partners. [00:18:28] Crystal Fincher: When you talk about it needing to be an all-hands effort, one thing that I think a number of people noticed - I certainly noticed - was King County playing an active role in saying, The solution in different cities may look different in each individual city. And there are multiple ways to address this, individual ways may be right or not right for each city. But cities have to act affirmatively - you need to do something to be part of the solution. And it seems like you, with the county and different departments in the county, stepped up when it came to the city of Burien, which has been toiling with this for quite a while - in not just how to address this, but even whether to address this. And stepping up and saying - Hey, you are using county resources, whether it be the sheriff, whether it be other things, and you're not going to be able to use these in ways that are consistent with the law and in ways that aren't working towards a solution. What was your approach to Burien and how did you work through that issue? [00:19:32] Executive Dow Constantine: First off, the Burien saga clearly illustrates a point that I'm always trying to make, which is that homelessness is not a downtown Seattle problem. Homelessness is an everywhere problem. It manifests differently, it's more visible in different places. You see it in Seattle in part because there aren't a lot of woods for people to camp in. And in part because this is where all the TV stations are, so whenever they want to film some salacious story about homelessness, they go out in the streets of Seattle. It's just easier than driving to Kent or Shoreline. I will say that Burien started out, I think, with pretty good expressed intentions around helping people who were showing up, sleeping on their streets. They got a lot of pushback when they started trying to figure out how to site a facility. And it became, as in Kenmore, an election issue where an organized group of naysayers was essentially saying - These people don't belong here. - and blaming the victim and refusing to acknowledge the basic obligation to provide people an alternative if you need them to go somewhere. You don't have to construct the perfect solution. You don't have to construct their forever home. But you can't go to somebody who's sleeping in the park or on the street and say, Leave. - without saying - To go over here, which is a place that's at least as good and safe, right? Because if you're just chasing people back and forth across the street, you're being cruel to them and you're achieving nothing. And Burien could not really get past that. We put a million dollars on the table and a whole bunch of new Pallet shelters - tiny homes that are manufactured here in the Puget Sound region. And just kind of an organized group of citizens kept the city council stymied for a long time and unable to identify a piece of city property to move people to. They had previously approved Downtown Emergency Service Center building with 95 units in Burien - and that is in fact opening this summer - so that preceded this whole controversy. And that's going to be a great thing because again, people are going to be inside and be getting the help they need. They're going to be countering the narrative that all of those folks on NextDoor have about their community. But ultimately, Burien came to terms with the need to do something real to fix this issue, and they are now fixing it. They've applied for some of the funding that King County's put on the table. They are working with others - I think the City of Seattle and Seattle City Light - on a site. And so they went through a lot of agony and I think probably a lot of electoral challenges, but ultimately they're going to get to a solution that's going to work for some of the folks who are homeless there. [00:22:08] Crystal Fincher: I also want to talk about how things look at this point in time and moving forward. Many cities, including the City of Seattle, including the county are looking forward and dealing with significant budget deficits. The City of Seattle has a $200 million-plus deficit coming up. A lot of cities are saying they're going to need to scale back on efforts in many areas. Some of the market forces, perhaps, that made it particularly advantageous a couple years ago to purchase hotels when costs were more attractive than they are now made it possible to do more. Looking forward, is it going to be harder to purchase these hotel sites or housing sites to build and to work with cities? How do you think this looks moving forward? [00:22:58] Executive Dow Constantine: The strategies change from time to time with market conditions, right? There was a moment when hotels were depressed because no one was traveling - it was a good time to go buy hotels. There will be opportunities now with, for example, the opening of many, many new light rail stations and light rail lines to paint on a broader canvas - to work to include affordable housing and even supportive housing and other facilities targeted to those who have been homeless in different station areas where everyone can have inexpensive access to all the opportunities the region offers. It's a different situation than we had four years ago, but it is still an opportunity. I will say that the reason that the City of Seattle, King County, and others are facing deficits is not because the economy is in the tank - it's going great. We're, again, one of the economic centers of the country. It's because the state has among the worst tax systems in the nation. And so the tax system is utterly misaligned with the economy and people are not paying based on their ability to pay. Some people pay a much higher percentage of their means - both income and wealth. Those are folks who have very little money who end up paying a lot more in sales tax as a percentage. Those are folks who own homes as their primary or only asset, where they're paying property taxes - if you have 100 times as much money, you don't have a home that's worth 100 times more. So if our measure of wealth is real property, it is a very inadequate and inaccurate measure of your ability to pay. So you probably can afford more than a person who is living on government assistance or living at poverty wages, but you're paying a heck of a lot more than someone who is legitimately wealthy. And there are a lot of folks who are legitimately wealthy in our community. The legislature needs to create a tax system where you're taxed based on what you earn, and what you have, and whatever proxies there are to allow us to understand the right mix of those two things - they need to adopt them. And then we will have adequate money to do what needs to be done so that every person can be successful and can contribute back to the community. Then we will all be better off when we have that kind of a community. In the meantime, we are making do with the woefully inadequate tools we have. And we're asking the legislature for help - they're in part failing and in part keeping hope alive - so we'll see how the session turns out. [00:25:29] Crystal Fincher: We will see how the session turns out. I completely am aligned with your assessment of why we are in the challenging position that we are financially as a region and hope that in November 2024, when some of these issues are on our ballot, people remember this and pay attention. Also, the biggest city in the county, Seattle, is facing a major budget deficit and does have some progressive funding options that have been recommended. Do you think the City should take action on some of those options? [00:26:02] Executive Dow Constantine: Yeah. I wouldn't presume to tell the mayor or the City what to do because that's just bad for business, but I - and by business, I mean our business working with the City. But I do think that the City of Seattle has a lot more options than we have. The counties do not have business occupation tax, counties do not have utility tax, counties do not have the authority to levy the kind of head tax or employee tax that the City has - although we did go to Olympia and ask for that with the cooperation of the major employers in the county, remember. And it was killed, not by the Republicans - though none of them were going to vote for it - but by the Democrats. So we would have had a relatively low but countywide employer tax, essentially, to pay for homelessness and housing services - and we did not get that. So cities have that organic authority, the county does not have the ability to do that. So the state of Washington is in charge of all local tax authority, and they have failed - under Republican and Democratic control - to come to terms with the fact that we have this terrible tax system and that it's particularly terrible for cities and counties, and particularly for counties. [00:27:13] Crystal Fincher: Absolutely. Now, I want to talk about another area where the county is unique - and that is public health. The county is responsible for delivering so many healthcare services to communities, and it seems like this is a really important element of addressing our homelessness and housing crisis also. How have you been able to leverage that at the county? And looking forward, why is it so important to make sure that we are adequately funding and supporting healthcare at the county level? [00:27:48] Executive Dow Constantine: So public health is a county responsibility. We have had the City of Seattle sort of participating - they contribute about $15 million of our many hundreds of millions of dollars a year. But it's basically a county department, a county function. It is many things. It is epidemiology. And it is about, for example, pregnancy care and birth control. It is about so-called lifestyle issues, like trying to reduce diabetes population-wide, trying to reduce smoking population-wide, trying to deal with these population health issues that affect a lot of individuals and very much inequitably. And it's also about direct service to people. So it is about 70,000 people who get their healthcare at King County Public Health clinics. And maybe half of those people would not qualify for Medicaid because they may be here without documentation - they're not eligible for federal assistance, but we as a county provide that assistance because we don't think that a kid ought to not get healthcare because their parents happen not yet to be documented. Right now, our general fund has been subject to this 1% lid on the increase in aggregate property taxes for, I think, like 17 years now. And with inflation at 6%, 7%, whatever percent over the last few years, we have a huge problem in our general fund. And the one thing that is not mandatory - one major thing that is not required by the state - is providing that healthcare directly to residents. So we're looking at potentially having to close all of our public health clinics after this year if the legislature doesn't take action, which is absurd in one of the wealthiest regions in the country. But that is the grim reality. And so I've been in Olympia pushing them to recognize that reality and to provide us the local funding authority to be able to keep our healthcare going. Now, the way in which direct services are provided has evolved over the years - there are many community-based clinics, nonprofits, et cetera, providing healthcare. There are also an awful lot of people who are getting them directly from county-run clinics and that will continue to evolve. But the thing that's not going to change is there are going to be folks who need help from their local government in order to be able to get basic healthcare, and we desperately need to be able to continue to provide it. [00:30:15] Crystal Fincher: One issue that we've been seeing recently has been that of some refugees, who are fleeing unimaginable conditions elsewhere, arriving here not having housing and landing at one of a couple shelters - those shelters basically operating beyond their capacity now because of the demand - and the need to help house those people in some ways. We saw some of them being moved to hotels, and then questions about the funding for the hotels. Where does that situation stand? And how can help be provided moving forward? [00:30:55] Executive Dow Constantine: This is a problem that's manifesting in different ways all over the country. But the real focus there right now is a church in South King County that started off with a few people arriving, and then the word started to spread, and they continued to throw their doors open to folks arriving, and soon were overwhelmed. The county stepped in - this is like homelessness - nobody is specifically in charge of this except the federal government, right? So the county stepped in - we pulled some money that we had set aside for other purposes, I think for homelessness. And we got 300 people into a hotel with ongoing permanent funding so they would not become unhoused. And there was a community group that put a whole bunch of people in a different hotel and then didn't have any money to follow up and pay to keep them there, so then that was the precipitating crisis. We have been working with the state of Washington to see what the state can do. We've been talking with our federal partners, but of course they have 50 states and who knows who else talking with them about the crises that are happening in their communities. We as a nation have to come to terms with what is going to be the future reality, which is that a lot of people are going to be migrating to the United States from places that are war-torn, that are famine-ridden, and a lot of it is because of the changes in the global climate. And we're going to have to have an orderly, humane, and funded way to welcome those who are seeking asylum - and not just asylum, but a new life contributing to their new country. It is agonizing. During the Syrian crisis - when people were trying to bar refugees from our country, we went out and welcomed Syrian refugees here and made accommodation for them. During the Ukraine war - when that started, we opened up a hotel to accommodate refugees. Then when Afghanistan suddenly fell, we opened another hotel to accommodate Afghan refugees. And that is who we are as a community, and we do not have the capacity - we don't have the financial capacity - to be able to deal with this on our own. The United States government must act, and the refusal of Congress to step up to anything that is going to deprive them of a campaign issue in November is pretty exasperating. [00:33:13] Crystal Fincher: That it is. Finally, I'm wondering, from your perspective as someone who has helmed successful initiatives to get people housed, who's working with a lot of different localities - what are your top recommendations for elected officials who are trying to figure out how to navigate through this in a proactive way, and for residents of cities who aren't sure what to do, but know that something needs to happen? What would you recommend to both of those groups? [00:33:45] Executive Dow Constantine: Well, for all of us, we have to adopt a mentality that we're all in this together, and that this is a shared challenge, and the solutions have to be shared. For elected officials - You have to develop a spine. This is not about you going out and being a hero and solving the whole problem yourself, but your jurisdiction has to do its part of the solution. And that has to do with homelessness and accommodating those who've been on the streets. And it has to do with housing and providing housing for people of all incomes, including folks at the low end of the economic spectrum. And for residents - Everything will work better when we're all participating and accommodating folks in your community is not a negative thing. It's not a burden - it's an opportunity. Your children, the children of this community are the folks who are ending up homeless on the streets. Your children are the ones who are struggling to be able to afford to live in the neighborhood in which they grew up. So you making your community into a place that accommodates people of all economic circumstances is really preserving the ties that bind us together, preserving the social capital that makes us a better community. I would say that we have a lot of really good funded programs right now to be able to build that kind of affordable housing. We have a lot of really good programs to be able to build that supportive housing for those who've been homeless or who may be struggling. But we also have to get to the point where the actual market is working again and that people can make money building housing for other than the top of the market. And as long as it is the case that you can't afford to build workforce housing, then people at the workforce level are going to be pushing out the people who have less money than that, right? And I cannot emphasize enough that government is never going to be able to solve all of this simply by building public housing. It is going to have to be that, and incentives, and the market working, and much more. And then we will be able to get back to some equilibrium where every person is able to afford a safe, decent home - and in doing so, to be able to thrive and give back to their community. [00:36:06] Crystal Fincher: Okay, one small additional question - talking about that, I was just reminded that social housing has been voted on and passed by the residents of Seattle. There's going to be an initiative collecting signatures to fund that - do you think that's part of the solution when it comes to housing and homelessness? [00:36:25] Executive Dow Constantine: Yeah, I don't know for a fact. I'm intrigued by it and I want to better understand how that's going to work in the City of Seattle. But I do think that you just got to recognize that housing is - despite aspirations of some folks over the years - housing is mostly about a market like everything else. And the market's not working - the market is broken. And when the market's broken, it is the responsibility of the government to step in and fix it and to make the market work. And that means adding stock that would not be built by the market, that means providing either incentives or requirements for people to build for a broader range of incomes. And this is not rocket science - although rocket science is not actually that complicated - but this is not rocket science. We know how to do all of this and it is just a matter of putting one foot in front of the other until we get it done. [00:37:19] Crystal Fincher: Well, thank you so much, King County Executive Dow Constantine, for helping us to understand the lay of the land here in King County and for helping to just blaze the path on getting people housed and on actual solutions here. Thank you so much. [00:37:36] Executive Dow Constantine: Thank you. [00:37:37] Crystal Fincher: Thank you for listening to Hacks & Wonks, which is produced by Shannon Cheng. 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