“Life as a Homeowner” Workshop (In Person)
Just bought your first home? This workshop is for you! Join WIN as we discuss Life as a Homeowner.
Beekman Corridor Residents Advocate for Home Repair Funding at Statehouse Day
On February 26, WIN staff along with two members of the Beekman Corridor Coalition traveled to Columbus to participate in the Ohio Community Development Corporation Association's Statehouse Day. South Cumminsville residents Saundra Davis and Ia Johnson shared their stories about why funding for home repairs is important to the five neighborhoods that make up the
3 Ways Owning a Home Builds Generational Wealth
Owning a home is a key milestone with long-term wealth-building benefits. Throughout history, real estate has been crucial for passing wealth between generations. Yet, barriers like discriminatory laws and financial hardships have excluded many from homeownership. Expanding access to homeownership promotes social equity and creates opportunities for financial stability. Here are three ways buying a
Making the Move from Subsidized Housing to Homeownership
Margaret Wallace faced numerous hurdles on her journey to homeownership, but in just 11 months, she transformed her reality from living in subsidized housing to owning a condo. A disabled, single mom of an adult child, Wallace’s story is one of determination, resilience, and the power of a strong support system. She had long dreamed
Forgivable Loan Makes a Difference for College Hill Senior
Patricia West, a great-grandmother and support worker for people living with mental challenges, says she “keeps working because of the economy.” She’s not alone. According to the Pew Research Center, roughly one in five Americans ages 65 and older (19%) were employed in 2023, a number that doubled over the last 35 years. Last
Buying a Home? You Don’t Have To Go It Alone
If you or someone you know calls Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) for information about our homebuyer program, you’ll talk with Kai Jones, WIN’s housing counselor intake specialist. Jones has first-hand experience with how WIN’s homebuyer classes and one-on-one counseling can help you achieve your goal of homeownership. In 2015, Kai Jones was a recently-married
How to Minimize Taxes and Maximize Your Charitable Impact
If you are retired and make financial gifts to charity, experts say Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) can minimize taxes while supporting your favorite causes. As long as you have a traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or 401(k), you have to take the required minimum distributions (RMD) once you reach age 72. Provided that you don’t
2023 Hall of Fame Honoree Spotlight: Robie Suggs
WIN’s 2023 Hall of Fame honoree Robie Suggs discusses what drives her to help provide pathways to homeownership and financial equity for everyone in our community. WIN will recognize Suggs, along with Mercy Health and Cincinnati's First Ladies for Health, at the November 16 celebration at the Hyatt. Robie Suggs, CEO
September is Disaster Preparedness Month – Do You Have a Plan?
So far this year, the U.S. has experienced 23 separate natural disasters, the highest number on record. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports that these disasters have taken at least 253 lives and caused more than $57 billion in damages. Are you prepared to deal with a disaster? Developing a plan that is