Ep – 13 “Unlocking Homeownership: Opportunities for Low-Income Families in Milwaukee”
The 414 Live | Milwaukee
In this episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor discusses the challenges and opportunities of homeownership, particularly for low-income buyers in Milwaukee. Joined by Deatra Kemp, Vice President of Program for Acts Housing. The conversation highlights the hurdles posed by high interest rates and cash offers from out-of-state investors. However, listeners learn that there are homes becoming available and the importance of being credit and financially ready to seize these opportunities.
MONEY TALKS ATTORNEY CORAL: DEATRA KEMP – ACTS HOUSING FINANCIAL LITERACY
WNOV The Voice | Milwaukee
MONEY TALKS ATTORNEY CORAL: DEATRA KEMP – ACTS HOUSING FINANCIAL LITERACY
GE HealthCare, Antetokounmpo foundation to provide $1 million to area nonprofits
BizTimes | Milwaukee
GE HealthCare, the GE HealthCare Foundation and the Charles Antetokounmpo Family Foundation launched an initiative aimed to increase access to basic needs in Milwaukee communities.
The initiative, called Powering Milwaukee Forward, grants a total of $1 million to 10 area nonprofits. It aims to improve access to housing, education, healthy food and safe environments. The GE HealthCare Foundation will provide grants to the Children’s Wisconsin Foundation and the African American Breastfeeding Network to support maternal and infant health care, according to the news release.
Milwaukee family now owns a home because of their work with Acts Housing
TMJ4 | Milwaukee
For years, homeownership felt out of reach for this Milwaukee family. But with determination, hard work, and the guidance of Acts Housing, they transformed their financial future and achieved their dream of owning a home. Their journey is a powerful reminder that homeownership is possible with the right support. Today, they’re building stability, creating opportunities for the next generation, and proving that investing in families strengthens neighborhoods across Milwaukee.
Kohl’s announces commitment of $2.5M to Milwaukee nonprofits
CBS 58 | Milwaukee
Kohl’s has announced a commitment of more than $2.5 million to seven Milwaukee-area nonprofits, with the details being revealed in a Monday, Aug. 5 press release.
This funding includes $500,000 for Acts Housing, providing homebuyer education and services for BIPOC and low-income families. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee will receive $550,000 for youth programs, while the Greater Milwaukee Urban League will get $100,000 for education and employment initiatives.
Wisconsin Voters Seethe Over Out-of-Control Housing Prices
The Wall Street Journal | Milwaukee
Affordable housing is a growing concern with voters in the battleground state, new WSJ poll find.
Not even Midwestern manners can disguise Wisconsinites’ anger over how high housing prices have climbed.
With median sale prices up 8% in the past year, according to Redfin, Wisconsin is the unhappy winner of the biggest price jump among the presidential battleground states. Prices are up here at double the U.S. average.
10 Most Innovative Low-Income Resources for 2024
badcredit.org | Milwaukee
#1 Innovative Low-Income Resource for Homebuyers
Acts Housing logo
Buying a home is one of the most expensive purchases most consumers ever make. The process can also be confusing, especially for first-time homebuyers. Acts Housing offers financial coaching and real estate services to help prospective homeowners realize their home-buying dreams.
Acts Housing’s homebuyer counseling is free, and users can engage with the organization’s counselors online. Acts Housing provides a checklist to help users prepare for their initial counseling session.
Tuesday Luncheon – 2024 Rotary Person of the Year, Michael Gosman
Rotary Club of Milwaukee | Milwaukee
Michael Gosman has a passion for improving our community, which drew him to Acts Housing, an organization dedicated to breaking down the barriers for homeownership.
Under Mike’s leadership, the organization has grown from seven employees in 2012 to over forty employees in 2023, while also increasing their revenue 13 fold to $9,000,000.
Mike’s inventive ideas, products and services have resulted in stronger families, neighborhoods and communities in Milwaukee, and for these contributions, he is our 2024 Rotary Person of the Year.
Beloit non-profit picks up the pieces after Tuesday’s storm
WCLO | BELOIT
Acts Housing announced today it continues to service the Beloit Community’s homeownership needs despite substantial damage to its office at 1003 Pleasant Street, from Tuesday’s severe weather.
The building at 1003 Pleasant Street in Beloit received significant damage with the roof partially torn off and a tower on the top of the building collapsed.
The nonprofit’s home-buying coaching and housing rehab services will continue without interruption. All affected families have been promptly notified of the situation.
Roof of Beloit’s historic ‘pump station’ damaged by storm
WIFR | BELOIT
The city of Beloit was hit hard by Tuesday night’s storms in the stateline, damaging the roof of a historic building. Now the city focuses on restoring the structure.
The pump station is on the state and national register of historic places, according to the Wisconsin historical society. It was built in 1885. It’s also the current home of three local non-profits: friends of the riverfront, acts housing and Beloit 200. One Beloit official says they’re working with the organizations to help them operate while they’re displaced.