"Affordable Housing Trends" Industry Day ConferenceCathy McDaniel                                  March 21, 2013                                          Courtyard Marriott                                          130 Clairemont Road                                           Decatur, GA 30030                                             9:30am - 4:30pm         $39.00 - Includes Lunch! The power of “one” refers to your internal power to make one decision, to take one step and to change one life at a time.Each year, I provide commentary and insights on the housing trends and how to cope with new challenges in Georgia through industry day events that bring government, local leaders, industry experts and real estate and mortgage professionals together. Metro Atlanta is a thriving, dynamic and successful region.  We are slowly recovering from the worst recession in our lives.  Where will we be in 3-5 years? This interactive event will identify the issues and challenges facing cities across Georgia with respect to housing, renting and purchasing.Special guest include:                                  The Governor's OfficeU.S. Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentGeorgia Department of Community AffairsNational Association of Hispanic Real Estate ProfessionalsGreater Atlanta Home Builders AssociationRegions BankNeighborWorksSessions!  Fairness in the Housing Market- Governor’s OfficeHUD – Fair, Consistent and Equal – What does it really mean!Housing, Renting, Homeownership Statistics and ForecastThe New DNA of Buyers, plus Housing Challenges for MinoritiesTrends in New ConstructionThe New World of Mortgage - Will housing counseling certificates be required now?Community Banking Partnership AdvantagesSeparation of Roles Based on the Dodd Frank Act - Changes in the lending environment! Afternoon Round Table Discussion New Homeownership Reality Transferring a Tenant from Rental to Homeownership Preservation of Homeownership – as real estate professionals, we not only help make the dream of homeownership a reality, we also help build and maintain communities.  We have a strong history of adjusting to challenges, new trends and providing assistance to those in need.Join the dialog!A panel of industry experts will discuss local partnerships and roles that will lead the community member from rental to achieving the American dream of homeownership through effective grassroots advocacy. Learn strategies in rebuilding your community with owner occupied homes.  Rent vs. PurchaseInvestor/Property Management MarketAgents Acting as a Landlord AssistantWho Will Play the Housing Counselor in the Community in Preparing Tenants for HomeownershipPreparing for Loan ApprovalA Realtor's New Role and Task in the CommunityRisk Management     Learn! Share! Discover!  Mark your calendar March 21st for an information-packed day of information, ideals and resources all focused on the interest and needs of housing in Georgia.                                                   Visit EventBrite.com for pricing.