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When interest rates go up in a healthy economy, history says home prices will rise Since the election, mortgage rates have risen. What does this mean for home prices?How a voucher program sparked community interest in housing homeless veterans Communities using HUD-VASH vouchers to develop housing for formerly homeless veterans should be aware of these distinct challenges and opportunities.Public policies about fatherhood should reflect reality Fathers can contribute more than money to their children’s well-being.Minority homeownership surged in these eight cities, but will success last? Many minority borrowers hit the housing market at the worst time, and while some have recovered, too many are still paying for bad timing.Stabilizing families requires thinking outside of the box Focusing on interconnections, whether programmatic strategies, policy efforts, or research, is critical in helping us stabilize families.How to fix the safety net when it causes instability in families’ lives The same programs meant to help families during hardship can cause instability when renewal procedures lead to families temporarily losing benefits.