The mission of this multi-layered program from Neighborhood Inc. is to excite and empower people to buy houses in Battle Creek, and then sell them a HOME Program, NSP1 or NSP2 rehabbed home. With the three federal programs providing funding, homeownership is more attractive than ever before. In essence, we want to celebrate and reignite energy behind the concept that home ownership is still the American Dream and it can be attained, notwithstanding the local economy and national economy experienced over the last several years.
Habitat for Humanity of Winchester-Frederick County (HFHWFC) builds and rehabilitates affordable homes for low-income families in the area. Over the past 17 years, they have helped over 200 families become homeowners. Recently, HFHWFC has expanded their efforts by purchasing 11 rental properties to convert to homeownership and launching a neighborhood revitalization project. They plan to continue this work, focusing on building affordable homes, neighborhood improvements, and leveraging community support to inject millions into the local economy over time.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity was recognized as an Affiliate of Distinction by Habitat for Humanity International for its operational excellence. Volunteers contributed a record number of days in 2017 supporting construction projects, ReStore locations, and neighborhood events. The 2017 Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala raised over $800,000 for the organization. Both ReStore locations were recognized for their commitment to social responsibility. A new program called Age in Place began providing chore services to help seniors remain in their homes. Generous donors like Andersen Corporation and the F.R. Bigelow Foundation provided large donations and investments to multiply the organization's impact.
Alliance, a national multifamily real estate firm, has tapped Dale Boyles to lead its new senior housing division. Boyles has extensive experience in senior housing from his previous role as VP of Emeritus/Brookdale Senior Living. His new role at Alliance will focus on growing the senior housing business through market analysis, product design, and partner relationships.
Ocean Township in New Jersey is constructing a 93-unit affordable senior housing complex called Heritage Village at Oakhurst. The development will alleviate the long waitlist for affordable senior housing in the area. It is receiving over $15 million in funding from state and federal programs. Once completed, the project is estimated to generate over $36 million in economic activity and create
This document outlines a promotional campaign for the Rotterdam Brazil Festival involving a workshop in Rio de Janeiro. In the workshop, local kids will learn screenprinting by designing and printing t-shirts for the festival. The kids will be split into two teams, Team A and Team B, that will compete in a "creative battle" by designing new t-shirts for visitors to support by purchasing at the festival. Whichever team receives the most support will be named the winner. The goal is to teach the kids business skills while promoting the festival.
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Habitat for Humanity of Winchester-Frederick County (HFHWFC) builds and rehabilitates affordable homes for low-income families in the area. Over the past 17 years, they have helped over 200 families become homeowners. Recently, HFHWFC has expanded their efforts by purchasing 11 rental properties to convert to homeownership and launching a neighborhood revitalization project. They plan to continue this work, focusing on building affordable homes, neighborhood improvements, and leveraging community support to inject millions into the local economy over time.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity was recognized as an Affiliate of Distinction by Habitat for Humanity International for its operational excellence. Volunteers contributed a record number of days in 2017 supporting construction projects, ReStore locations, and neighborhood events. The 2017 Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala raised over $800,000 for the organization. Both ReStore locations were recognized for their commitment to social responsibility. A new program called Age in Place began providing chore services to help seniors remain in their homes. Generous donors like Andersen Corporation and the F.R. Bigelow Foundation provided large donations and investments to multiply the organization's impact.
Alliance, a national multifamily real estate firm, has tapped Dale Boyles to lead its new senior housing division. Boyles has extensive experience in senior housing from his previous role as VP of Emeritus/Brookdale Senior Living. His new role at Alliance will focus on growing the senior housing business through market analysis, product design, and partner relationships.
Ocean Township in New Jersey is constructing a 93-unit affordable senior housing complex called Heritage Village at Oakhurst. The development will alleviate the long waitlist for affordable senior housing in the area. It is receiving over $15 million in funding from state and federal programs. Once completed, the project is estimated to generate over $36 million in economic activity and create
This document outlines a promotional campaign for the Rotterdam Brazil Festival involving a workshop in Rio de Janeiro. In the workshop, local kids will learn screenprinting by designing and printing t-shirts for the festival. The kids will be split into two teams, Team A and Team B, that will compete in a "creative battle" by designing new t-shirts for visitors to support by purchasing at the festival. Whichever team receives the most support will be named the winner. The goal is to teach the kids business skills while promoting the festival.
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A visit by key Silicon Valley business and community leaders to another of North America’s great cities, this annual program helps regional leaders to learn to best practices and bring back ideas to make our home an even better place to live and work.
In 2017, the Study Mission got a new look and feel as - Destination: Silicon Valley, on Nov. 1-3 in Monterey, Calif.
The delegates had the opportunity to hear presentations from speakers/panelists on seven key regional topics:
Housing
Transportation
Downtown San Jose
International Competitiveness
Emerging Technologies
Advanced Manufacturing
Regional Branding
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2009 Deuel County Housing Assessment Updated Key Findings 1stJoan Sacrison
This Housing Assessment was conducted and presented by Brian Hoffman, the Executive Director at the time. She since left her position in 2011. This is the housing assessment that presented at that time. I believe the date was 7/2009.
This document from Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity outlines various levels of sponsorship for their home building efforts, ranging from $5,000 to $70,000. A Full House Sponsor provides $70,000 to fund an entire home build. A Family Sponsor provides $60,000. A Partner Sponsor contributes $20,000, or one-third of the cost. Smaller sponsorships include Adopt-A-Lot for $10,000 and Adopt-A-Day for $5,000. Benefits include recognition, volunteer opportunities, and marketing benefits. The organization builds new homes, rehabilitates existing homes, and uses green building practices to provide affordable housing.
1) Eastern Eight Community Development Corporation exceeded its goals for 2008-2009 by building 52 homes instead of the planned 40, acquiring or rehabilitating 17 existing units, and assisting over 200 households through homebuyer education.
2) They added over $6.9 million in real estate to local tax bases and assisted homeowners with over $750,000 in down payment assistance.
3) Looking ahead, Eastern Eight has secured over $2 million in grant funding for 2010 to develop new rental housing and rehabilitate existing units while expanding homeownership and counseling programs.
During the 2006-2007 fiscal year, the organization constructed 15 new homes and acquired/rehabilitated 5 homes, totaling 20 housing units. They assisted 19 individuals/families in purchasing $1,965,000 worth of owner-occupied real estate. On average, homebuyers earned $17,971 annually and homes cost $103,420 with an average size of 1,132 square feet.
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity is launching the public phase of its Blueprint to ReBuild the Lakeshore Campaign to raise the remaining $400,000 of its $1 million goal by June 30th, 2016. The campaign will provide affordable housing and home repairs for 100 families over five years. The organization is holding a golf tournament fundraising event on July 15th at Ravines Golf Club in Saugatuck to support the campaign, with a cost of $125 per golfer.
Habitat for Humanity provides affordable homeownership opportunities for low-income families through sweat equity and an interest-free mortgage. Applicants must demonstrate need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner. Approved families complete 350-550 hours building their home and others while taking a homeowner preparation course. Volunteers from individuals to groups help build homes and participate in other programs throughout the year.
Co-operative Home Ownership presentation HO COCN R2R .pdfKristopher Stevens
A short presentation from the co-operative home ownership sector on the Community Wealth Non-profit development framework utilized by the non-profits Home Opportunities, Cohousing Options Canada and Roots to Roofs Community Development Society.
Slides used by Graham Brookfield from Homes England, during a visit to Homebaked CLT, Anfield by members of the Big Local Better Homes and Building Homes Learning Cluster
- Project H.O.P.E. is requesting a $25,000 tax-deductible donation from Bank of Missouri to fund the purchase of a property that will become Magnolia Manor, a transitional housing development providing support to families.
- Magnolia Manor will consist of 9 energy-efficient homes housing families for 15-24 months while receiving training and support to gain independence.
- In exchange for the donation, Bank of Missouri would become the exclusive partner on the project, gaining goodwill and opportunities for community reinvestment activities and tax credits.
For the 2004-2005 fiscal year, the organization assisted 19 families in purchasing over $3 million in homes. On average, homes cost $81,596 and households earned $14,100 annually. They provided homebuyer education to 184 households and counseling to 41. New construction included homes in Greene, Johnson City, Carter, Hawkins, Washington, and Sullivan counties. Grants totaling $1.75 million were awarded for 2005 to continue their work developing affordable housing and assisting families.
The Northshore Housing Initiative is a nonprofit community land trust that helps moderate-income homebuyers in St. Tammany Parish afford homeownership. It does this through a shared equity model where it purchases land and then leases it to homeowners, lowering the purchase price. This benefits both homeowners through affordable mortgages and ownership opportunities, and the community by preserving land and workforce housing. The land trust guides interested buyers through homebuyer training and counseling before helping them find a home to purchase, with the land trust owning the land to keep it affordable for future buyers.
The document discusses Habitat for Humanity of Winchester-Frederick County (HFHWFC) being selected to help launch Share.Habitat.org, Habitat's new online crowdfunding portal. This will enable HFHWFC to run multiple fundraising campaigns at once and provide real-time donor reporting and management tools. HFHWFC is also focusing on holistic neighborhood revitalization in Winchester's North End over the next five years through new construction, rehabilitation projects, and community partnerships.
The document advertises a residential subdivision called California West Hills located in Imus, Cavite, Philippines. It provides 3 key reasons to buy a house and lot in the subdivision: as shelter for one's family, a tangible investment that increases in value over time, and a potential source of rental income. It then discusses factors to consider when buying such as location, accessibility, budget, and legal documents. Finally, it provides details on housing models, amenities, payment plans and contact information for interested buyers.
English narrated SHARE orientation presentation 2014Upper Valley MEND
This document provides an orientation to the SHARE Community Land Trust program run by Upper Valley MEND. It summarizes that SHARE CLT:
1) Works to ensure long-term affordable homeownership in the Leavenworth, WA area through a community land trust model where homeowners own their homes but the nonprofit owns and leases the land;
2) Has already created two affordable neighborhoods and is developing a third called Meadowlark; and
3) Qualifies homebuyers whose incomes are below 80% of the area median and provides them with affordable 30-year fixed rate mortgages and ongoing support through a ground lease agreement.
English narrated share orientation presentation 2014Upper Valley MEND
This document provides an orientation to the SHARE Community Land Trust program run by Upper Valley MEND. It summarizes that SHARE CLT: (1) works to ensure long-term affordable homeownership in the Upper Valley region by having a nonprofit hold title to land that is leased to income-eligible homeowners; (2) currently manages two neighborhoods and is developing a third called Meadowlark; and (3) provides benefits like below-market home prices, appreciation caps, and ongoing homeowner support to participating families.
- Eastern Eight Community Development Corporation completed 26 new construction homes and rehabilitated 21 existing units in fiscal year 2008.
- They expanded their rental property portfolio to include 29 units and began construction of 4 group homes for special needs tenants.
- The organization provided homebuyer education to 254 households, housing counseling to 42 households, and foreclosure prevention assistance to 20 homeowners. They also continued youth development programs in 3 cities.
- Looking ahead, Eastern Eight received over $760,000 in new funding, positioning them to acquire and redevelop foreclosed properties under the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and expand programs like homeownership counseling and green building initiatives.
A visit by key Silicon Valley business and community leaders to another of North America’s great cities, this annual program helps regional leaders to learn to best practices and bring back ideas to make our home an even better place to live and work.
In 2017, the Study Mission got a new look and feel as - Destination: Silicon Valley, on Nov. 1-3 in Monterey, Calif.
The delegates had the opportunity to hear presentations from speakers/panelists on seven key regional topics:
Housing
Transportation
Downtown San Jose
International Competitiveness
Emerging Technologies
Advanced Manufacturing
Regional Branding
Latest brochure from Orient Management Group marketing an interesting opportunity in fixed rate bonds, contact us to find out more:
http://www.orient-management.com/contact.php
2009 Deuel County Housing Assessment Updated Key Findings 1stJoan Sacrison
This Housing Assessment was conducted and presented by Brian Hoffman, the Executive Director at the time. She since left her position in 2011. This is the housing assessment that presented at that time. I believe the date was 7/2009.
This document from Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity outlines various levels of sponsorship for their home building efforts, ranging from $5,000 to $70,000. A Full House Sponsor provides $70,000 to fund an entire home build. A Family Sponsor provides $60,000. A Partner Sponsor contributes $20,000, or one-third of the cost. Smaller sponsorships include Adopt-A-Lot for $10,000 and Adopt-A-Day for $5,000. Benefits include recognition, volunteer opportunities, and marketing benefits. The organization builds new homes, rehabilitates existing homes, and uses green building practices to provide affordable housing.
1) Eastern Eight Community Development Corporation exceeded its goals for 2008-2009 by building 52 homes instead of the planned 40, acquiring or rehabilitating 17 existing units, and assisting over 200 households through homebuyer education.
2) They added over $6.9 million in real estate to local tax bases and assisted homeowners with over $750,000 in down payment assistance.
3) Looking ahead, Eastern Eight has secured over $2 million in grant funding for 2010 to develop new rental housing and rehabilitate existing units while expanding homeownership and counseling programs.
During the 2006-2007 fiscal year, the organization constructed 15 new homes and acquired/rehabilitated 5 homes, totaling 20 housing units. They assisted 19 individuals/families in purchasing $1,965,000 worth of owner-occupied real estate. On average, homebuyers earned $17,971 annually and homes cost $103,420 with an average size of 1,132 square feet.
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity is launching the public phase of its Blueprint to ReBuild the Lakeshore Campaign to raise the remaining $400,000 of its $1 million goal by June 30th, 2016. The campaign will provide affordable housing and home repairs for 100 families over five years. The organization is holding a golf tournament fundraising event on July 15th at Ravines Golf Club in Saugatuck to support the campaign, with a cost of $125 per golfer.
Habitat for Humanity provides affordable homeownership opportunities for low-income families through sweat equity and an interest-free mortgage. Applicants must demonstrate need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner. Approved families complete 350-550 hours building their home and others while taking a homeowner preparation course. Volunteers from individuals to groups help build homes and participate in other programs throughout the year.
Co-operative Home Ownership presentation HO COCN R2R .pdfKristopher Stevens
A short presentation from the co-operative home ownership sector on the Community Wealth Non-profit development framework utilized by the non-profits Home Opportunities, Cohousing Options Canada and Roots to Roofs Community Development Society.
Slides used by Graham Brookfield from Homes England, during a visit to Homebaked CLT, Anfield by members of the Big Local Better Homes and Building Homes Learning Cluster
- Project H.O.P.E. is requesting a $25,000 tax-deductible donation from Bank of Missouri to fund the purchase of a property that will become Magnolia Manor, a transitional housing development providing support to families.
- Magnolia Manor will consist of 9 energy-efficient homes housing families for 15-24 months while receiving training and support to gain independence.
- In exchange for the donation, Bank of Missouri would become the exclusive partner on the project, gaining goodwill and opportunities for community reinvestment activities and tax credits.
For the 2004-2005 fiscal year, the organization assisted 19 families in purchasing over $3 million in homes. On average, homes cost $81,596 and households earned $14,100 annually. They provided homebuyer education to 184 households and counseling to 41. New construction included homes in Greene, Johnson City, Carter, Hawkins, Washington, and Sullivan counties. Grants totaling $1.75 million were awarded for 2005 to continue their work developing affordable housing and assisting families.
The Northshore Housing Initiative is a nonprofit community land trust that helps moderate-income homebuyers in St. Tammany Parish afford homeownership. It does this through a shared equity model where it purchases land and then leases it to homeowners, lowering the purchase price. This benefits both homeowners through affordable mortgages and ownership opportunities, and the community by preserving land and workforce housing. The land trust guides interested buyers through homebuyer training and counseling before helping them find a home to purchase, with the land trust owning the land to keep it affordable for future buyers.
The document discusses Habitat for Humanity of Winchester-Frederick County (HFHWFC) being selected to help launch Share.Habitat.org, Habitat's new online crowdfunding portal. This will enable HFHWFC to run multiple fundraising campaigns at once and provide real-time donor reporting and management tools. HFHWFC is also focusing on holistic neighborhood revitalization in Winchester's North End over the next five years through new construction, rehabilitation projects, and community partnerships.
The document advertises a residential subdivision called California West Hills located in Imus, Cavite, Philippines. It provides 3 key reasons to buy a house and lot in the subdivision: as shelter for one's family, a tangible investment that increases in value over time, and a potential source of rental income. It then discusses factors to consider when buying such as location, accessibility, budget, and legal documents. Finally, it provides details on housing models, amenities, payment plans and contact information for interested buyers.
English narrated SHARE orientation presentation 2014Upper Valley MEND
This document provides an orientation to the SHARE Community Land Trust program run by Upper Valley MEND. It summarizes that SHARE CLT:
1) Works to ensure long-term affordable homeownership in the Leavenworth, WA area through a community land trust model where homeowners own their homes but the nonprofit owns and leases the land;
2) Has already created two affordable neighborhoods and is developing a third called Meadowlark; and
3) Qualifies homebuyers whose incomes are below 80% of the area median and provides them with affordable 30-year fixed rate mortgages and ongoing support through a ground lease agreement.
English narrated share orientation presentation 2014Upper Valley MEND
This document provides an orientation to the SHARE Community Land Trust program run by Upper Valley MEND. It summarizes that SHARE CLT: (1) works to ensure long-term affordable homeownership in the Upper Valley region by having a nonprofit hold title to land that is leased to income-eligible homeowners; (2) currently manages two neighborhoods and is developing a third called Meadowlark; and (3) provides benefits like below-market home prices, appreciation caps, and ongoing homeowner support to participating families.
- Eastern Eight Community Development Corporation completed 26 new construction homes and rehabilitated 21 existing units in fiscal year 2008.
- They expanded their rental property portfolio to include 29 units and began construction of 4 group homes for special needs tenants.
- The organization provided homebuyer education to 254 households, housing counseling to 42 households, and foreclosure prevention assistance to 20 homeowners. They also continued youth development programs in 3 cities.
- Looking ahead, Eastern Eight received over $760,000 in new funding, positioning them to acquire and redevelop foreclosed properties under the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and expand programs like homeownership counseling and green building initiatives.
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7. Reasons to rebuild… Home ownership is a commitment; but it is also: Opportunity to build equity for your family; Be your own landlord; exercise greater control over your environment; Provide a more stable environment for your children; Living in healthy neighborhoods and homes provides children better foundations to grow intellectually and physically; Invest in your community and build long-term social relationships;
8. Bring ‘em back home! Our neighborhoods have lost many good families. As we begin to rebuild our future, we will also have a positive impact on the entire community. In Battle Creek there are many wonderful neighborhoods with great families living in them enjoying the legacies left by the families that built them years ago.
9. Rebuild the Dream Battle Creek! We’re looking for families that we can help get on the fast track to buy a home and begin to build value. The markets have changed and it’s even more important to make informed choices, especially if it’s your first time buying.
10. We did it! We bought a home from Neighborhoods, Inc. “In March 2011 we bought a home from Neighborhoods, Inc. Our new home is located in one of Battle Creek’s oldest neighborhoods. My husband and I feel like we have found some stability for ourselves. We are happy that we chose home ownership.”
11. Once in a lifetime! Right now, in Battle Creek, there are three home ownership programsthat could make a huge difference in the future of your family or someone you know. Neighborhoods, Inc. has seven fully remodeled and energy efficient houses for sale through its HOME Investment Partnership with HUD and the City of Battle Creek; The City of Battle Creek and the Calhoun County Land Bank, along with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) have collaborated to add 62 more fully remodeled and energy star rated homes. We believe these are truly unique opportunities
12. Get on the fast track! Call 269-968-1113 or visit our website: www.rebuildthedream-battlecreek.org
13. Home Buyers Fast Track Stay informed If you are a first-time buyer or you’re buying for the tenth time, it’s important to refresh your knowledge of the buying process. We can help with that!
14. Home Buyers Fast Track Fast Track Training & Coaching Schedules Both home buyer programs require that prospective buyers attend eight hours classroom training prior to purchasing a program home. Neighborhoods, Inc. provides that training through flexible class schedules and individual coaching. Sessions are every Thursday at 6PM at Neighborhoods, Inc. offices. Topics Presented Basic Financial Planning& Money management Savings & Investment Banks & Institutions Credit Predatory Lending& Identity Theft Taxes & Insurance Homebuyer Education
15. Special Home Buyer Programs Use on web site “Do I Qualify” HOME Investment Program NSP Home Buyer Programs The HOME Investment Partnership is a program of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Renewal (HUD). The Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) was established for the purpose of stabilizing communities that have suffered from foreclosures and abandonment. NSP was created from funds appropriated by Congress in the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA).
16. Home Buyer’s Program Use on web site “Do I Qualify” Battle Creek Area Median Income (AMI) = $55,200 NSP Eligible Buyers may earn up to 120% of the AMI or $66,350 per year for a family of four. A portion of NSP homes are reserved for families with household incomes at 50% of the AMI or $27,600 for a family of four. HOME Program Buyers may earn up to 80% of the AMI or $44,250 per years for a family of four. Buyer Income Eligibility
17. Home Buyer’s Program Use on web site “Do I Qualify” Special features of HOME and NSP Programs 80% First Mortgages Forgivable Second Mortgages up to 19% of Price Seller Paid Closing Costs Affordability Periods – a period of time following closing that the buyer must occupy the home as primary residence. < $15,000 Forgivable Second Mtg. Funds = 5 Year Affordability Period $15,000 - $40,000 = 10 Year Affordability Period
18. The Rebuild the Dream All Newly Remodeled Homes Energy Star Certified Energy Efficiency 19% Forgivable Financing Great in-town neighborhoods The Houses
19. Sample Program Purchase Use on web site Can apply to all 3 home buyer programs Sample Home Purchase Five Year Analysis
20. The Rebuild the Dream Progressive Open House Tour Rebuild the Dream is a very significant event for all of Battle Creek. The mission of this multi-layered program is to excite and empower people to buy houses in Battle Creek, and then sell them a HOME Program, NSP1 or NSP2 rehabbed home. With the three federal programs providing funding, homeownership is more attractive than ever before. In essence, we want to celebrate and reignite energy behind the concept that home ownership is still the American Dream.
21. The Rebuild the Dream Progressive Open House Tour June 7, 2011 – Sponsors and Partner’s Kick off Luncheon at BCCC to recognize National Home Ownership month and National NeighborWorks Week. July 16 and 17 - 20 houses open to view in at least 3 neighborhoods July 17 at 4PM – BBQ at event headquarters 104 Calhoun Street
22. The Rebuild the Dream Battle Creek Partners City of Battle Creek Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Neighborhoods, Inc. of Battle Creek
23. Our families have endured an exceptional period in history. Although there is still work to do, we must begin to rebuild and move forward. We can now show you some exceptional opportunities for home ownership that will build value and benefit your family, and this community, for years to come. Come join us!