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2/8/2016

FHFA’s proposed duty-to-serve rule: expanding opportunity in rural markets

Rural residents face significant barriers when it comes to securing a safe, decent, affordable housing option and access to credit. If you care about this population, take action between now and March 17, when comments will be closed on a long-awaited proposal called Enterprise Duty to Serve Underserved Markets.

1/29/2016

Debating diversity: delving deeper than definitions

"Diversity" workshops and training are ubiquitious these days. But that word is used so much--to the point of emptiness. What does it really mean? And do all those workshops have any impact? Read this and use it as a discussion starter at your next meeting.

1/27/2016

The millennial wave: 3 must-know traits

The millennial generation has some distinctive characteristics that are shaping the community development field. Here are three you need to know and understand.

1/15/2016

America’s disappearing affordable rentals: Emerging financing tactics that can preserve and protect

The stats are clear and stark. The demand for rental housing is skyrocketing, but the supply of options that are affordable for those with low and moderate incomes is nowhere close to keeping up, Here are some suggested solutions for financing the preservation of this vital national asset.

1/14/2016

How to create strong homes and businesses: Part 3 of a skimmer's guide to 'What It's Worth'

In this third and fnal part to our "skimmer's guide" to the new book, "What It's Worth," we take a look at what the experts say could and should be done to stabilize housing and nurture entrepreneurship.

1/11/2016

Creating behavior change: Part 2 of a skimmer's guide to 'What It's Worth'

In this second of a three-part series for "skimmers," snippets from the financial capability guide, "What It's Worth," focus on behavioral interventions, how to help former inmates stay out of prison, tools to help families start early to prepare for college, and how states and cities are uniting their residents.

1/3/2016

Excerpts from What It’s Worth: Food for Thought (Part 1)

Too busy to read all of the new book on stengthening America's financial capability, "What It's Worth"? Read this guide to its most provocative suggestions.

12/8/2015

Next in line: managing executive leadership transitions

You never know when you'll have to do it too: Learn how two NeighborWorks Network organizations handled a CEO's retirement and replacement.

12/1/2015

Top 7 online giving tips for nonprofits

As #GivingTuesday becomes an ever-more popular vehicle for fundraising, nonprofits should take time to rethink how they engage with donors throughout the year, as well as improve their brand awareness.

11/24/2015

Strategic 'spin-off' paves way for growth

In organizational dynamics, it often is much easier to add services and programs than to stop offering them. However, as Community Housing Works of San Diego shows, sometimes "stopping" is just what is needed to pave the way for more robust growth tailored to the market.

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