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Resident profile: Jason

Jason is a single dad raising two daughters, ages 8 and 13. When their apartment was turned into an air B&B, they had to find another place to live – and the options were slim. “I was afraid I would become homeless and lose partial custody of my kids if I didn’t have a place,”

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Avesta Housing’s new CEO brings more than 20 years’ experience

Avesta Housing, an affordable housing provider based in Portland, has tapped the former head of a Rhode Island developer as its new president and CEO. Jennifer Hawkins will begin her new role July 14, the company announced Thursday. She comes to Maine with more than 20 years of experience in the affordable housing realm, having

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Avesta Housing names Jennifer Hawkins as new President & CEO

Avesta Housing is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Hawkins as the organization’s new President & Chief Executive Officer. Jennifer brings more than 20 years of visionary leadership and deep expertise in affordable housing, community development, and health equity. “Jennifer’s leadership is defined by innovation, strategic vision, and a powerful dedication to meeting community

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How State and Local Initiatives Are Bridging the Affordable Housing Gap

Affordable housing presents a paradox. The National Low Income Housing Coalition estimates the nationwide shortage at 7.1 million affordable units, with the majority of states having 40 or fewer homes available per 100 extremely low-income renters. Yet despite this high demand, new affordable product is increasingly difficult to build. Add up the potential impact of tariffs, high

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Resident profile: Oscar & Ruth

Oscar & Ruth moved into their Avesta home in South Portland five years ago with their young daughter. Since then, they have flourished – Oscar, who has a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, works full-time as a machine operator, and they have welcomed two sons to their family. Both Oscar & Ruth have obtained U.S.

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