Developing Affordable Housing (PDF)

Praise for Developing Affordable Housing A Practical Guide forNonprofit Organizations Third Edition

"Ben Hecht's book explains in clear language everything needed tosuccessfully engage in nonprofit housing development. He tells howto find the money, how to generate good design and qualityconstruction, and how to improve management--a complete,well-researched, and well-presented 'A to Z' approach."
--Henry G. Cisneros, former secretary U.S. Department of Housingand Urban Development

"Ben Hecht's book makes the affordable housing development processaccessible for communities and practitioners everywhere. DevelopingAffordable Housing should be on the bookshelf of every organizationthat cares about people and wants to make affordable housingpossible."
--Rey Ramsey, former chairman, Habitat for Humanity CEO, OneEconomy Corporation

"The development of affordable housing is as much a journey as adestination. Ben Hecht's book provides maps and bridges while notlosing sight of the challenging but elusive goal of providingdecent, safe, and affordable housing."
--Nicolas P. Retsinas, Director, Joint Center for Housing StudiesHarvard University

"In our work to increase the supply of safe, decent homes for thosewho need homes the most, we appreciate the power of partnershipsand the value of information. So does Ben Hecht. DevelopingAffordable Housing is more than a practical guide fornonprofits--it's a library, a trusted advisor, and a road map. Readthis book and benefit from its wisdom."
--Stacey D. Stewart, President and CEO, Fannie Mae Foundation