Laudable efforts, all. Some might be content to let the market determine who can own a home. Yet home ownership levels are a significant indicator of an area's overall health and stability. People who own houses are more likely to feel connected to, and concerned about, the place where they live. They pay property taxes and buy goods and services related to their homes, such as furniture and cable television.
Corporations often assess the strength of a city's home ownership base before moving in.
Communities ignore the need for affordable housing at their peril. The Tallahassee Urban League will hold homebuyer workshops on Jan. 23 and 25 at 6 p.m. All rights reserved. Any copying, redistribution, or retransmission of any of the contents of this service without the express written consent of Tallahassee Democrat is prohibited.