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Local Kalamazoo landlords pressured by inflation also feel pressure to provide affordable housing
A group of Kalamazoo landlords talk about their role in creating and maintaining affordable housing in an economic environment where their costs are rising.
Kalamazoo County board hears a new plan to address a critical need for more housing
High construction costs, low rates of construction, increased demand from a growing population, and housing costs that are increasing faster than wages, all contribute to the shortage and to affordability issues in Kalamazoo, according to the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research.
The Lord will provide: Efforts underway to build affordable senior housing in Kalamazoo’s Northside
The $26 million housing project involves the construction of two, three-story buildings -- a 36,000-square-foot northern structure with 36 apartment units, and a 33,000-square-foot southern structure with 34 units.
Funding for three basic but important housing programs gets Kalamazoo City Commission approval
The City of Kalamazoo is working with and through various organizations to help provide more housing opportunities. With the additional funding approved this week for housing programs the city is helping to maintain and improve existing housing.
Kalamazoo Humane Society considers a facility for displaced dogs
People who are transitioning from a domestic crisis have a tough time finding a place for themselves let alone their dogs, cats, and other pets. Now the Kalamazoo Humane Society is exploring the possibility of providing a place for such animals.
Landlord rehabs dilapidated Kalamazoo properties, charges low rent to make stronger neighborhoods
Through city and federal grants, and cost-saving measures, a local landlord keeps rent low, provides housing security, and hopes to make a small dent in Kalamazoo's housing crisis. Jake Tardani's been called a landlord with a mission.
A Kalamazoo Realtor’s little princess helps put kids and first-time buyers on path to their castles
When it comes to home buying a lot of people have no idea how to get started. To help change that, Kalamazoo Realtor Twala Lockett-Jones has authored a book that provides the steps necessary to buy a house in very simple terms. "I wanted to find a way to educate people at a younger age, especially people of color, about home ownership and the importance of home ownership," she says.
After nearly 50 years with extended family, this grandma finally has a room to herself in Kalamazoo
At one point, in a one-bedroom apartment on Vine Street Kathy White had seven kids living in that one-bedroom apartment. Her family members had nowhere else to live and so she took the in. Many local residents double-up because the housing market makes it hard to find affordable housing.
Kalamazoo Collective Housing offers an alternative to the downside of being a renter
Kalamazoo Collective Housing will open two new houses in the fall and is currently accepting applications.
Local Kalamazoo landlords pressured by inflation also feel pressure to provide affordable housing
A group of Kalamazoo landlords talk about their role in creating and maintaining affordable housing in an economic environment where their costs are rising.
Kalamazoo County board hears a new plan to address a critical need for more housing
High construction costs, low rates of construction, increased demand from a growing population, and housing costs that are increasing faster than wages, all contribute to the shortage and to affordability issues in Kalamazoo, according to the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research.
The Lord will provide: Efforts underway to build affordable senior housing in Kalamazoo’s Northside
The $26 million housing project involves the construction of two, three-story buildings -- a 36,000-square-foot northern structure with 36 apartment units, and a 33,000-square-foot southern structure with 34 units.
Funding for three basic but important housing programs gets Kalamazoo City Commission approval
The City of Kalamazoo is working with and through various organizations to help provide more housing opportunities. With the additional funding approved this week for housing programs the city is helping to maintain and improve existing housing.
Kalamazoo Humane Society considers a facility for displaced dogs
People who are transitioning from a domestic crisis have a tough time finding a place for themselves let alone their dogs, cats, and other pets. Now the Kalamazoo Humane Society is exploring the possibility of providing a place for such animals.
Landlord rehabs dilapidated Kalamazoo properties, charges low rent to make stronger neighborhoods
Through city and federal grants, and cost-saving measures, a local landlord keeps rent low, provides housing security, and hopes to make a small dent in Kalamazoo's housing crisis. Jake Tardani's been called a landlord with a mission.
A Kalamazoo Realtor’s little princess helps put kids and first-time buyers on path to their castles
When it comes to home buying a lot of people have no idea how to get started. To help change that, Kalamazoo Realtor Twala Lockett-Jones has authored a book that provides the steps necessary to buy a house in very simple terms. "I wanted to find a way to educate people at a younger age, especially people of color, about home ownership and the importance of home ownership," she says.
After nearly 50 years with extended family, this grandma finally has a room to herself in Kalamazoo
At one point, in a one-bedroom apartment on Vine Street Kathy White had seven kids living in that one-bedroom apartment. Her family members had nowhere else to live and so she took the in. Many local residents double-up because the housing market makes it hard to find affordable housing.
Kalamazoo Collective Housing offers an alternative to the downside of being a renter
Kalamazoo Collective Housing will open two new houses in the fall and is currently accepting applications.
