Rebecca Foster is the CEO of the San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund. The Accelerator Fund is a public private partnership that helps to finance affordable housing in San Francisco -- in particular the many buildings currently being occupied affordably that are in danger of being purchased, and of their occupants being displaced. The Accelerator Fund has set … [Read more...] about Accelerating affordable housing in San Francisco.
Equity
Investing for good.
More and more, investors want to do more than make money. They want to invest in triple bottom line projects that are socially responsible as well. Environment, Social and Governance (“ESG”) investing is a rapidly expanding investment category and already offers a wide array of opportunities, many of which produce competitive returns. Unfortunately, many investors still fear … [Read more...] about Investing for good.
Mobility, real estate and equity.
There is a nexus between mobility, real estate and equity - how much one must spend on transport directly relates to how little they have left for real estate and housing. This is the relationship that Karina Ricks explores as the inaugural director of the City of Pittsburgh’s Department of Mobility and Infrastructure. Mobility's role is the design and implementation of a … [Read more...] about Mobility, real estate and equity.
Black, white and red(lining).
Justin Garrett Moore leads a double life that all comes together in one amazing package. In his day job he is executive director of the New York City Public Design Commission. There he helps to guard quality and excellence in public space design - from large-scale urban systems, policies, and projects to grassroots and community-focused planning, design, and arts … [Read more...] about Black, white and red(lining).
Unpacking the housing crisis.
We’re all hearing about the affordable housing crisis constantly these days, but for many homeowners, investors and renters alike, it’s a confusing and overwhelming topic. Understanding more about the causes and trends in the affordable housing crisis might help accelerate solutions to this problem as well as opportunities for real estate investors. For housing to be … [Read more...] about Unpacking the housing crisis.