HomeNE GATHERING HIGHLIGHTS & USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT HOUSING PROGRAMS
May 17, 2018
MAY 2018 WEBINAR
Krista Mettscher, a Single Family Housing Specialist from the USDA Rural Development joined the call to discuss USDAs potential roll in partnering with realtors, lenders, non-profit organizations, and many more entities to help assist in housing programs. Mettscher also discussed the 502 Guaranteed Loan and what this financing entails with fees, lenders, requirements, and financial constructs.
The Custer Economic Development Corporation highlighted housing initiatives since 2014, noting the construction of more than 80 homes and 61 apartment units since 2013. Scotti Ross and Stuart Fox emphasized that many of these projects were made possible through Tax Increment Financing (TIF).
The November HomeNE webinar focused on rural housing initiatives in Nebraska, with a presentation from John Madsen and Jon Schmaderer highlighting successful housing development strategies in Stuart. They discussed partnerships, funding approaches, and the role of local organizations in promoting affordable housing.
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