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Research Tools

Online resources from NHC’s research division provide state and local governments, developers and advocates with tools to learn about affordable housing options, access maps and data, build policy strategies and learn from best practices in communities across the country.

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Paycheck to Paycheck

Paycheck to Paycheck provides insights into the ability of working households to afford typical housing in metropolitan areas across the country. The published report highlights the housing affordability challenges of workers in several occupations across 203 metropolitan areas.

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Housing Resource Center

Your destination for federal housing policy.

Access research papers, case studies, policy briefs, best practices, and legislative and regulatory resources to inform your decision-making and help shape tangible, impactful and achievable housing policies.

 

 

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3by30 Mortgage Calculator

The Black Homeownership Collaborative’s Mortgage Calculator is a user-friendly tool that helps potential homeowners estimate
their monthly mortgage payments and determine their max affordability price without having to guess their down payment.
By inputting basic financial data, users can quickly understand the potential costs associated with homeownership. This tool is
instrumental in bridging the information gap and fostering financial empowerment.

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