Nail Guns & Notions: Rethinking Housing From the Group Up
Sheri Alber • August 22, 2025
Nail Guns and Notions: Rethinking Housing from the Ground Up
The August 2025 HomeNE Learning Network edition featured Amos Anson, a real estate developer, who shared insights from his entrepreneurial journey in construction, real estate, and business ownership. He emphasized the value of taking risks, learning from setbacks, and creatively navigating building codes and regulations, especially in affordable housing and historic renovations. Amos highlighted several revitalization projects in Grand Island, discussed developer grants and incentives, and shared strategies for supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs. The session concluded with a call to encourage young people to pursue skilled trades.
In the September HomeNE webinar focused on community engagement and housing challenges in Cumming County, David Branch highlighted the successful Give Get Grow program, which supported local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. He then provided a detailed overview of ongoing housing projects aimed at expanding affo
Clearing the Decks for More Effective Housing Development: Local Government Edition
Discover how the City of Central City is transforming housing through an innovative Vacant Property Registry program that tackles blight and boosts community revitalization. In this engaging HomeNE webinar, Michelle Kohl, shares real-world strategies for managing vacant homes.
