Overview The fight over who shapes the narrative is already underway. As communities navigate rising costs, political uncertainty, and a rapidly changing media landscape, independent Black media and community creators are essential to reaching people with information that is credible, relevant, and grounded in their lived experiences. With the Black press approaching its 200th anniversary […]
The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) is one of the most important tools communities have to hold banks accountable for investing, lending and providing services in low- and moderate-income communities. Now, a new proposal from federal regulators would weaken those obligations while reducing transparency and accountability. The proposal puts an estimated $71 billion to $87 billion […]
Join for a discussion of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and how these mission-driven lenders support lower-income areas in various ways. We will explore key findings from the Cleveland Fed’s research and feature a panel of community and economic development experts who will explain how CDFIs can help strengthen local economies and revitalize neighborhoods. The event aims […]
The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) will host Reinvest Washington in Tacoma on September 22, 2026. The summit will bring together advocates, lenders, developers, philanthropy, public sector, nonprofit leaders and community development practitioners for practical conversations grounded in what people and organizations are experiencing across the state. Communities in Washington are navigating rising housing costs, displacement […]
The Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference (RVP) is the only national event dedicated to tackling vacant, abandoned, and deteriorated properties and advancing community revitalization. Since 2007, RVP has brought together more than 1,000 leaders from local governments, nonprofits, land banks, philanthropy, real estate, and community organizations to share bold ideas and proven strategies. At RVP 2026 […]
Heirs Property Can Be Complicated. Your Counseling Doesn’t Have to Be. Join us for this webinar to gain practical, client-focused tools to help navigate one of the most challenging housing and property issues facing families today. This hands-on session will help you better understand heirs property, recognize potential issues, and confidently support clients as they […]
This 90-minute advanced continuing education webinar is designed to equip experienced HECM counselors with practical strategies for navigating complex borrower circumstances and strengthening client-centered counseling. Participants will explore advanced assessment techniques, HECM decision-making, alternatives analysis, long-term financial and housing considerations, complex household scenarios, counselor boundaries, documentation, and risk management.
Taxes can significantly impact a client’s financial situation, but tax rules can be confusing. This webinar provides housing counselors with a practical overview of common federal income tax topics that may arise during counseling sessions. Participants will review filing statuses, dependents, tax brackets, deductions and credits, self-employment income, and common tax situations that can affect […]
Rural America is defined not by a single story, but by resilience, innovation and deep-rooted community assets. This year’s Investing in Rural America Conference, themed "The Strength of Rural Places," highlights the people, institutions and local strategies that power rural economies and sustain long-term prosperity. By centering the unique assets of rural places, the conference […]
The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) plays a critical role in building stronger communities. It encourages depository institutions to help meet the credit needs of the communities in which they operate, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods, consistent with safe and sound operations. This session will open with a brief overview of CRA. From there, we will […]
Preparing for the HUD Housing Counselor Certification Exam requires more than memorizing information. HUD Certification Ready is a live, instructor-led five-day intensive designed to help housing professionals understand the concepts tested on the exam, apply them to realistic counseling situations, and develop the confidence and strategy needed to approach the exam successfully. Throughout the week, participants […]
Explore the AI tools and strategies that successful small businesses are using to improve marketing efficiency and results. This session will cover AI-powered solutions for content creation, social media management, email marketing, customer engagement and analytics. Participants will learn practical ways to leverage AI to save time, reach the right audience and make data-driven marketing […]
