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Are We OK?
On Saturday, my family joined a protest to show we stand in solidarity with those speaking out against police brutality …
Preparation Matters
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail,” said Benjamin Franklin, who was, among many other things, a founder …
Balance Really Matters
In just a matter of weeks, the widespread nature of the threats and impacts of this crisis have become both …
This is when co-ops shine!
I’ve seen it before. The elderly woman who was without food until her Social Security check arrived wasn’t seen walking …
Wall Street Journal article spotlights enormous profits of big portfolio owners
Kevin Porter shared an article in today’s edition that highlights the challenge — even in the headline and sub-hed: This …
An exit strategy – and much more
We helped 55 homeowners form a ROC in Centralia, Wash., last Friday. Our loan officer shared the seller’s heartwarming comment …
Hip surgery provides important reminders
I am 55 and the owner of a new titanium hip as of seven days ago. After a long-time colleague …
Deeper impact and expansion in 2020, and ways you can invest
It takes a village I posted on New Year’s Eve about 2019’s historic results. Today, I’m excited to look …
A remarkably historic 2019
We founded ROC USA® to make resident ownership a viable option for homeowners, and when communities choose ownership, to work …
Advancing a dream … starting in Cañon City
A mentor of mine – Steven Dawson – taught me a valuable lesson. When something good happens, look for ways …
Co-ops Making Real Impact
We released our annual market rent study last week, and the impact is real and meaningful. The objective is pretty …
Oregonian looks at peril of MHCs ‘despite state interventions’
Mobile home parks are disappearing at a disquieting pace. The state has tracked more than 73 park closures in the …
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