Most city-owned tax foreclosures can be purchased for $3500. When we hold open house events for some of these properties we can attract as many as 200 people. Once inner-city families realize home ownership is a possibility for them, they sacrifice to get prepared for the opportunity.
Families who purchase these homes save hundreds of dollars a month compared to what they previously paid in rent. With a median household income of $2200/month, many Acts families used to pay half their income on subpar rental housing. After becoming homeowners, we witness parents using their savings and equity to pay for needed medical care, send their kids to college, or fund small business ventures.
Most of our families roll up their sleeves and pour sweat equity into their new home. Families who commit to the hard work that reclaiming a vacant, vandalized, foreclosed property requires are often working multiple jobs and spend the rest of their time working to make their new home safe and code compliant.
Bruce Knows Best
“Acts is patient…they really work with you to get you the type of house that you want..”
Stephanie
“Once I wrapped my head around the idea I figured you have to do what you have to do.”
Our Stories
Acts families work hard to attain safe, affordable homes. Click below (left) to read our families’ stories. Click below (right) to read tips on homeownership and rehab from the Acts team.
- Asian 21%
- Black 28%
- Latino 43%
- White 8%
Ramon Goes Above and Beyond
“I decided to change my life inspiring other people like I was inspired by Acts.”
Deon Delivers For Families
“It’s satisfying working with someone who’s never owned a home before.”
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