Housing

Coverage of low-income and affordable housing solutions, housing developments, and resources for the unhoused.

CEDAM’s rural boot camp in Gaylord brings folks together to drive affordable housing development

The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan hosted a rural real estate development boot camp in Gaylord last month, bringing together emerging developers, city officials, nonprofit housing developers, financers, and other community stakeholders. The goal is to drive affordable housing development.

Latest in Housing
Three nonprofits building a home for people experiencing homelessness

Three organizations are building a Holland home to provide at least four people experiencing homelessness with stable housing and support.

How CDFIs are helping Michigan’s small towns bring buildings and businesses back to life

Projects in Cadillac and Onaway show how community lenders and local partners can help finance housing, business expansion and jobs

CDFIs help rural Michigan communities fund affordable housing, education, and support small business growth

Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.

Black Rock Crossing’s 45-year commitment to affordable housing in Marquette

Black Rock Crossing in Marquette, a partnership between Woda Cooper Companies and the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, addresses regional housing shortages with 50 affordable units.

CEDAM’s new guide helps communities use tax incentives for housing

CEDAM has released a new housing TIF guide to help Michigan communities understand and apply tax increment financing as a tool to support local housing development and affordability goals.

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