DCH is very lucky to have the guidance and experience of our new chair, Stephanie Behring when we conceptualize and plan new developments.

In 2023, Americans owed over $1.03 trillion in credit card debt, with over one-third of adults reporting that they’re “just getting by financially.”

In 2023, Americans owed over $1.03 trillion in credit card debt, with over one-third of adults reporting that they’re “just getting by financially.”

DCH is excited to introduce Ebony Jones, our newest DCH board member. She is a distinguished leader with

entrepreneurial acumen and strategic foresight bringing over two decades of dedication to driving

meaningful change within the education and non-profit sectors.

DCH is committed to continuing education and leading in the community, by example. April has been a month full of travel and new opportunities for our leadership team.

DCH 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

March marks Women's History Month, and around Dallas and the world, we honor women through telling stories of incredible women in our communities.

The 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?

When 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.

Understanding how to collect and utilize community feedback helps create equitable housing solutions that are responsive to community needs and supported by empirical evidence.

Creating thriving, inclusive cities, requires affordable housing workforce housing.  This can be complicated where zoning, funding, and pre-existing policies support gentrification over affordability. 

Some innovations in the past decades to address food insecurity, especially in cities, have yielded unexpected gains where equity, diversity, and affordability are concerned.

Dallas homeowners and prospective homeowners have not only faced harsh winter conditions, whether renting or owning, but they have also faced incredible increases in utilities and insurance costs. Texas has been experiencing record-breaking winter storms, and as a result, prices are surging, representing further barriers for homeowners and homebuyers. Here are some of the reasons and ways to mitigate the financial impacts.

Rents in Dallas fell 1.6% in 2023, which is a relief for many, however in 2022 rents increased 4.8%. Where rents rise and fall inconsistently, it can be difficult for many to plan for the future

In 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.

As America and Dallas grapple with an unprecedented housing affordability crisis, advocacy for the expansion and reform of federal spending through the tax code is a timely and necessary call to action.

Last week, we offered resources for those underserved in Dallas and in need. This week, we would like to offer our audience the opportunity to also give back

Many of us find ourselves reflecting as we finish out the year and look to the year ahead. This perspective is so valuable when goal setting because we can evaluate where we came from and where we are going

Dallas has various non-profit and government organizations that offer assistance to those in need, especially during the holiday season.

Dallas has a booming economy and post-pandemic the economic landscape has never been brighter, but we have a problem. Amid the skyscrapers, bright city lights, and incredible cultural scene, there's an issue that often goes unnoticed but remains critically important: workforce housing.