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Category: Homeownership

After nearly four years of fighting for recompense, rallying (as pictured here in May 2023) and contentious mortgage relief negotiations, most, if not all, of the owners of condemned condominiums on Talbert Street in Southeast have received mortgage relief. However, there is still work to be done to ensure beleaguered homeowners can afford to settle elsewhere in the District. (WI File Photo)
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Even with Mortgage Relief, Questions about Housing Affordability Persist for Talbert Street Condo Owners

Sam P.K. Collins photo by Sam P.K. Collins September 17, 2024September 17, 2024

The D.C. government has agreed to provide mortgage relief to the displaced condominium owners of River East at Grandview Estates, after a court battle over their right to seek recompense from the District.

Rasheedah Hasan, founder of Collective Impact Strategies, a legislative consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., says her journey toward homeownership has taken years of saving, participating in programs, and house hunting. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)
Posted inHomeownership

American Dream or Pipe Dream: Harris-Walz Housing Plan

Avatar photo by Zerline Hughes Spruill September 11, 2024September 11, 2024
Flag of the District of Columbia (Courtesy of dpw.dc.gov)
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D.C.’s ReMIT Program Relaunched to Aid Seniors in Preserving Homeownership

by WI Web Staff September 4, 2024September 4, 2024
yellow and black heavy equipment near unfinished building
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Biden-Harris Administration Takes New Steps to Lower Housing Costs, Speed Up Construction

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown August 13, 2024August 13, 2024
On Tuesday, June 4, Adrianne Todman, acting secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), held a press conference on the National Mall to preview HUD’s 2024 Innovative Housing Showcase and highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to building new, innovative, and affordable homes for all. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)
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Manufactured Homes on the National Mall Entice Builders, Policymakers to Increase Affordable Housing Supply

Avatar photo by Zerline Hughes Spruill June 12, 2024June 12, 2024
person holding silver key
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Know Your Rights as a Homebuyer and Homeowner

Avatar photo by Zerline Hughes Spruill June 12, 2024June 12, 2024
HUD acting Director Adrianne Todman this month announced new FHA funding to promote fair housing and root out discrimination. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inSupplements

Local, Federal Government Responds to Homeownership Gap with Policies, Programs, Products, Partnerships

Avatar photo by Zerline Hughes Spruill June 12, 2024June 12, 2024
Synta Keeling is able to supplement everyday expenses as an Airbnb host.
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Sharing Space: East of the River Resident Explains What to Expect Before Considering Airbnb Hosting

Avatar photo by Zerline Hughes Spruill June 12, 2024June 12, 2024
Milan Griffin and HomeFree-USA partner with Wells Fargo to increase diversity and inclusion for both homebuyers and mortgage industry employees. (Courtesy of HomeFree USA)
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How to Make Homebuying Easier and Less Expensive

Avatar photo by Zerline Hughes Spruill June 12, 2024June 13, 2024
Gene Sementilli, president of the Prince George's County Association of REALTORS
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REALTORS Address Changes to Their Industry

by Gene Sementilli, President, Prince George's County Association of REALTORS June 12, 2024June 12, 2024

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