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From Vision to Reality: The Four Phases of Realizing a Housing Dream in Northeast Indiana
The journey to solving the housing crisis is much like the journey of a homebuyer pursuing the dream of homeownership. It requires...
Heather PresleyCowen
Jun 13, 20244 min read
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Bridging the Data Divide in Housing Development
The Forward-Looking Approach to Housing Market Analysis In the quest to address the housing needs of our communities, we frequently...
Heather PresleyCowen
Apr 19, 20243 min read
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Revolutionizing Housing Solutions with the H.O.M.E. Method
Tackling Data Dilemmas to Unlock Housing Market Potential In our quest to bridge the gap between housing needs and housing market...
Heather PresleyCowen
Apr 12, 20243 min read
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Capital Stacking for Personal Wealth and Generous Living: The Transformative Power of Club 720
In the realm of housing and community development, "capital stacking" is a term often reserved for the complex layering of financing...
Heather PresleyCowen
Mar 21, 20242 min read
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Bridging Gaps in Housing Finance: The Power of Customized Mortgage Products
In a world where the dream of homeownership remains elusive for many, banks, financial institutions, and community development...
Heather PresleyCowen
Feb 15, 20243 min read
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Bridging Gaps and Building Futures: The Evolution of Club 720
In the dynamic landscape of housing and finance, Club 720 stands as a beacon of innovation and commitment. With a mission deeply rooted...
Heather PresleyCowen
Feb 8, 20243 min read
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Exploring Different Capital Sources: Tailoring Your Financial Strategy
Hello, Heather here from Capital Stacker. This week, we're delving into the diverse world of capital sources, a critical topic for any...
Heather PresleyCowen
Jan 25, 20242 min read
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Capital Stacking 101: The Basics of Capital Access and Equity Building
In honor of our upcoming Small-Scale Developer Initiative kickoff, I'd like to welcome you to the first installment of a new series where...
Heather PresleyCowen
Jan 18, 20242 min read
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Forward Thinking: The Key to Unlocking Housing Potential in Your Community
In the realm of community development and housing solutions, there's a crucial choice every leader faces: to look back or to look ahead....
Heather PresleyCowen
Dec 21, 20233 min read
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Empowered Finance: Engaging Employers in Local Housing Solutions
In our ongoing Empowered Finance series, we turn our focus to a crucial yet often underleveraged stakeholder in the housing equation –...
Heather PresleyCowen
Dec 15, 20233 min read
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Revolutionizing Community Growth: How Preferred Equity Unlocks High-Potential Housing Markets
In the latest installment of our Empowered Finance series, we delve deep into the world of real estate financing. Our focus is on the...
Heather PresleyCowen
Nov 30, 20234 min read
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Empowering Banks (and Financial Institutions) in Housing Development: Beyond Traditional Finance
The role of banks in community development, particularly in housing, is evolving. Traditionally seen as providers of mortgages and...
Heather PresleyCowen
Nov 22, 20236 min read
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Unlocking Abundance: Embracing Empowered Finance for Community Growth
In the realm of housing and community development, the narrative has long been dominated by a dichotomy of abundance and scarcity. The...
Heather PresleyCowen
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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Empowered Finance: How Nonprofits Can Forge Profitability and Innovation in Housing
In the heart of community development and service, nonprofit organizations are breaking through traditional boundaries by embracing a...
Heather PresleyCowen
Nov 7, 20232 min read
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Unlocking the Potential of Residential Tax Increment Financing For Local Housing Projects
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) has long been a tool for spurring commercial and industrial development. However, its potential for...
Heather PresleyCowen
Oct 27, 20232 min read
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The Secret Sauce of Successful Housing Initiatives: The Power of #Swagger
When it comes to housing initiatives, it takes more than just great ideas and funding to bring meaningful change to a community. At the...
Heather PresleyCowen
Oct 18, 20232 min read
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Capital Stacking Strategies: A Key to Funding Workforce Housing Initiatives
Hello again, all you leaders, stakeholders, and development professionals! Today, we're taking a deep dive into the powerful financing...
Heather PresleyCowen
Jul 18, 20232 min read
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Five Reasons Why Housing IS Economic Development
Welcome to the blog, all you community leaders, stakeholders, banks, and development professionals. Our topic today is one that ties in...
Heather PresleyCowen
Jun 20, 20232 min read
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The Transformative Journey to Homeownership: A Path to Generational Wealth Building
Welcome to the launch of our monthly blog series! As we celebrate Homeownership Month this June, we embark on a transformative journey...
Heather PresleyCowen
Jun 1, 20233 min read
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Down Payment Assistance: Your First Step in the Home Buying Journey
Embarking on the journey of homeownership can be thrilling yet daunting, especially when confronted with the substantial initial...
Alexandra Wise
May 22, 20234 min read
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