Unless you are paying in cash, your credit score plays a critical role in determining your ability to secure a mortgage. The typical credit score needed for a mortgage is around 620, but the reality is a bit more complex, especially in high-demand areas like Dallas.
Read MoreChildcare is central to the economic stability of families, and so is housing. The rising costs of both create significant burdens on households, often consuming substantial portions of incomes and placing many out of the workforce. Integrating social services with affordable housing initiatives is a promising solution to alleviate these challenges.
Read MoreAffordable housing, especially in urban centers, is an issue we face worldwide. Solutions are needed to create sustainable pathways to homeownership that provide housing and bridge futures.
Read MoreThe global need for sustainable and affordable housing has never been more urgent. Mixed-income communities address the demand for affordable housing
Read MoreDCH would like to honor the legacy of Beverly Loraine Greene, a trailblazing architect who broke barriers of both race and gender as the first black female architect
Read MoreCreating equitable housing and meeting the demands of a growing population, such as Dallas, is one of the biggest challenges facing lawmakers, nonprofits, developers, and especially nonprofit developers. Rising costs
Read MoreAs community leaders and non profit developers, we are in service of our community. Emergencies and disasters can strike at any moment, and being prepared is essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of our families and neighbors.
Read MoreVoting is a critically important civic duty that has an impact on international, local, and state borders. It is your way to get your voice heard and to be able to help your community and its future. We have a real page-turner of a national election happening this year
Read MoreBecoming a homeowner is a part of the American dream, a dream that seems out of reach for many. Insurance premiums, inflation, and difficulty saving for down payments are considerable barriers to homeownership.
Read MoreRezoning is one of the biggest conversations we are having as developers, non profits, and advocates for affordable and attainable housing.
Read MoreDCH announces new board chair, Stephanie Behring. Behring has served on the board of DCH for six years and offers vital new perspectives to lead DCH both in the field of building and promoting attainable housing
Read MoreMarch marks Women's History Month, and around Dallas and the world, we honor women through telling stories of incredible women in our communities.
Read MoreThe word recession naturally raises a lot of red flags and concerns, especially in the wake of rising inflation and interest rates, but what if a recession makes housing more affordable?
Read MoreWhen individuals and families participate in the development of their neighborhoods, the entire community benefits. Last week we discussed various ways of collecting resident feedback and creating an engaged and empowered community.
Read MoreUnderstanding how to collect and utilize community feedback helps create equitable housing solutions that are responsive to community needs and supported by empirical evidence.
Read MoreCreating thriving, inclusive cities, requires affordable housing workforce housing. This can be complicated where zoning, funding, and pre-existing policies support gentrification over affordability.
Read MoreSome innovations in the past decades to address food insecurity, especially in cities, have yielded unexpected gains where equity, diversity, and affordability are concerned.
Read MoreIn response to increasing issues arising from affordability due to inflation, the government responded by introducing the Inflation Reduction Act. The name Inflation Reduction Act does little to explain its’ potential implications to home buyers and owners.
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