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  • Will Limited-Equity Cooperatives Make a Comeback?

    April 25, 2017 |

    Shelterforce |

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    Response Location: United States, San Francisco, California

    Limited Equity Co-ops provide a long term, affordable housing solution for tenants. The method began in the 60s and is slowly rising again. In a LEC the value of the housing unit can’t go up to market value, and therefore preserves affordable prices for a longer period of time. “The history of limited-equity co-ops is full of residents who work together to fight eviction and take care of their building.” There are an estimated 160,000 LEC’s nationally.

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  • A dilemma for renters in Nashville

    February 22, 2017 |

    The Tennessean |

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    Response Location: United States, Nashville, Tennessee

    Nashville is trying out creative ways to help residents deal with rising rent. While state policies do not always favor rent control and mixed-income housing units are still years away, several solutions are being implemented right now. Neighborhoods are creating tenant unions and community benefit agreements to ensure that tenants stay up-to-date about housing information. The mayor’s office is also providing financial support to first-time homebuyers.

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