The Morning Journal (Lorain, OH)
Ohio REALTORS® Erects Habitat for Humanity Home on the Ohio Statehouse Grounds
Ohio REALTORS® partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Ohio to recognize the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act and spotlight the need for affordable housing by working with elected officials to erect a home on the Ohio Statehouse grounds.
“REALTORS® know the importance of home ownership and the freedom it provides – it strengthens communities and brings stability and a sense of place to families. This is something that Ohio REALTORS® are committed to protecting,” said Ohio REALTORS® President Tiffany Meyer. “While as a country we have made huge strides in our commitment to Fair Housing, for some homeownership remains out of reach. Fortunately, however, we are blessed with organizations like Habitat for Humanity of Ohio who perform the hard, necessary work to ensure all individuals and families have a decent place to live.”
The event, which occurred on April 11, involved more nearly 40 REALTORS®, Ohio lawmakers and other supporters helping to start construction on a new home for Dave and Kate D’Agati and their two young daughters. Following the event, the home was disassembled and moved to a permanent site for the family in Union County.
“We wanted to start the construction process for this home on the Statehouse grounds because we want to raise awareness about the importance of everyone having access to affordable and fair housing, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender or sexuality,” said Ryan Miller, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Ohio. “Everyone should be able to achieve the American dream of owning their own home. We are excited that our elected officials will roll up their sleeves and swing hammers in solidarity to support affordable and fair housing.”
Locally, Lorain County Habitat for Humanity is an active organization that builds homes using volunteer labor and donations. Habitat for Humanity believes that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Their partner families purchase these houses through no-profit, no-interest mortgage loans or innovative financing methods. As a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry that builds with people in need regardless of race or religion, Habitat for Humanity welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds. Check out their ReStore located at 300 Rice Industrial Parkway in Amherst and their ReStore Clothing Annex at 1330 Cooper Foster Park Road in Lorain. To learn more about Lorain County Habitat for Humanity go to their website: www.loraincountyhabitat.org
The Lorain County Association of REALTORS® is excited to announce the partnering with Lorain County Habitat for Humanity® to provide a charity golf outing that will assist Habitat’s work in Lorain County. This charity golf outing will be held on Monday June 11, 2018 at Avon Oaks Country Club located in Avon. Contact the Association office at 440-328-4210 or Contact@ LoCAR.org for additional information.
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The National Association of REALTORS® is known as “The Voice of Real Estate.” NAR members are outspoken consumer advocates actively engaged in all elements of the residential and commercial real estate industries. REALTORS® support the American Dream of homeownership while working to create stronger, more vibrant communities in which to live and work.
As an organization, NAR is leading the drive for home ownership in many ways. NAR encourages all REALTORS® to become aggressive advocates for successful housing opportunities for families and businesses throughout the U.S. Remember, Home Ownership Matters. Members of the Lorain County Association of REALTORS® care about the community in which they live, work and support.
The Lorain County Association of REALTORS® is one of more than 1,200 local boards and associations of REALTORS® nationwide that comprise the National Association of REALTORS®. The National Association of REALTORS®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing nearly one million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
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