By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com Michael Washington started doing construction work when he was just 16 years old. His father was a musician, and although Washington also had a talent for music, he wanted to forge his own path. He was first introduced to the trade by a […]
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Posted inBaltimore News
Seven tips for selling your property
By Kara Thompson, Special to the AFRO, kthompson@afro.com Selling your home can be something that takes a lot of time, energy and effort, especially if you’re a first time seller. But luckily, you don’t have to do it on your own. Whether you’re downsizing or upsizing, moving across the country or down the street– these […]
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Ten practical tips for aspiring first time home buyers
By Kara Thompson, Special to the AFRO, kthompson@afro.com Purchasing your first home is a daunting task, but it’s also one of the best long-term investments you can make. The Mortgage Bankers Association regards homeownership as a major asset that helps families obtain, grow and pass down wealth from generation to generation. However, the homebuying process […]
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Google searches for ‘sell my house’ hit highest point in history of U.S. internet
By AFRO Staff Americans are trying to sell their homes more than ever, according to Google search results recently released by the company. Google revealed that searches for “sell my house” have increased by 147 percent. In August 2022, RubyHome, a luxury real estate platform located in Southern California, found that searches for “sell my […]
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Women Elevating Women conference provides a collaborative platform where women can learn how to successfully grow and scale their businesses
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com The multi-cultural, multi-ethnic Women Elevating Women (WEW) conference, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase, returned to D.C. this past weekend to bring women business owners and executives together to discuss and share strategies for success and economic empowerment. Launched in 2018, the conference cultivates a […]
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Abrams’ strategy to boost turnout: Early voting commitments
By Bill Barrow, The Associated Press Stacey Abrams, Georgia Democrats’ nominee for governor, is launching an intensive effort to get out the vote by urging potential supporters to cast in-person ballots the first week of early voting as she tries to navigate the state’s new election laws. The strategy, outlined to The Associated Press by […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s legislative conference returns to D.C.
By AFRO Staff The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation recently announced that its Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) will resume in-person programming Sept. 28 to Oct. 2, after a two-year virtual presentation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 51st ALC will return to its longtime home at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Breaking News: New report highlights the impact of school conditions and underfunding on Baltimore City Public School students, faculty and staff
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (JHSPH) has released a report comparing the state of Baltimore City Public School buildings to those in other counties across Maryland. The JHSPH report, titled “School conditions and educational equity in Baltimore City,” highlights the […]
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Five tips to make the search for a new apartment easier
By Adriana Morga, The Associated Press Right now isn’t the best time for everyone to buy a home. Finding a new place can be challenging, and skyrocketing rents have made it especially hard this year. But there are things you can do to make the process easier. Whether it’s your first or tenth time renting, […]
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Black America and the American Dream
By Janis Ware, Word In Black Growing up in the segregated South, the family was my world. And that extension of my family included neighbors, teachers, administrators, and preachers. These individuals were my influencers. They guided our paths and directed the way for us to be the best individuals we could be. They loved us […]
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Biden has power to impose rent control, say housing advocates
By Meir Rinde, Shelterforce Progressive advocacy groups are calling on the Biden administration to impose rent control on tens of millions of homes in response to soaring rent increases. With rents up 5.8 percent nationally compared to a year ago, and some measures showing even bigger hikes, the president must use his authority over the […]
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Mayor Muriel Bowser unveils $10M plan to increase Black homeownership
By Jamila Bey, Word In Black Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a $10 million Black Homeownership Fund this year as part of the District’s 2023 budget that seeks to tackle long standing racial disparities. With the goal to increase Black homeownership and helping longtime residents to be able to stay in their home, Bowser has created […]