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This new study includes analysis of 18 residential energy efficiency loan programs, as well as a key recommendations for policymakers.  A few quantitative results from across the 18 programs: - the default rate was 0-3%- average loan amount was $9,100, with an average interest rate of 5.3%- payback periods were 3-5 years- average annual origination budget was $11 million Obviously these numbers don't mean too much out of context - I have attached the full paper, or go to: …See More

Denver is undergoing the largest transit infrastructure expansion in the US right now, and has established the first affordable housing Transit Oriented Development (TOD) acquisition fund in the country. The fund is available to buy both vacant land and existing multifamily units. (More here)This seems like a progressive idea to me, but are there already other communities doing the same thing without the specific TOD label for the…See More