Like Aspen or like Austin?
When I worked at another non-profit focused on housing affordability in our area, we had a very savvy board member who was able to attract funders and new board members…
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What is your dream home?
Come on, admit it. Sometimes you drive around Charlottesville–or Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson or Fluvanna County–and say, I would love to have that house! (followed in short order by, if…
Financial Counseling is a win-win for homeowners and taxpayers
Those of us who are still trying to unravel the issues leading to the financial collapse in 2008 are clear on at least one thing: financiers who rolled the dice…
Our Secret Weapon, Mary Carter
Piedmont Housing Alliance prides itself on our great customer service. We have helped thousands of local residents take control of their financial destiny, to become successful renters or homeowners or…
Girls on the Run at Clark School
As the parent of now grown children, I can remember thinking about this time of year: “finally, school is starting again.” Now, it seems impossible that summer is almost over. …
Healthy building, healthy community
The links between housing and health are getting more and more attention these days, as study after study shows that better health outcomes and savings on health costs are linked…