Build Now TALKS
Build Now hosts a monthly speaker series at our model home
at 5713 Elysian Fields Avenue. On the third Thursday of every
month, we invite a guest speaker to provide information about
a topic that is on the minds of New Orleans residents. Build
Now TALKS events are free and open to the public, but due to
space considerations we request that you pre-register for the
events you wish to attend. To pre-register for any of our upcoming
events,
call us at (504) 324-3964 or e-mail mail@buildnownola.com
Upcoming Events
Thursday, November 20, 6 PM – How to Elevate
your Home
Are you thinking about building a new, elevated house, or about elevating your
existing home? There are many sources of elevation funding – including
the ICC program, the HMGP program, and Road Home elevation financing, to name
a few – that you may qualify for. You may be eligible for additional funding
even if you have already completed the elevation of your home! We will also be
discussing how high you will need to elevate, insurance considerations, and other
related topics.
Thursday, December 18, 6 PM – Finding the Financing
You Need
In today’s lending climate, qualifying for a mortgage
is harder than ever. Learn from a mortgage originator what
banks are looking for in a credit file, featuring tips and
tricks on how to improve your credit and qualify for a loan.
We will focus on construction loans, permanent financing, soft-second
mortgages, and more. We welcome existing homeowners who need
additional funding to rebuild their homes, first-time homebuyers,
and everyone in between.
Past Events
Thursday, August 21, 6 PM - NORA’s
Lot Next Door Program
Wondering about how the new Lot Next Door program
will impact your community? Hear from NORA representatives
about how the program works and how it will benefit you and
your neighborhood.
Thursday, September 18, 6 PM - Practical
Green Building
Spending too much money on your energy bills? Curious about
how to reduce your impact on the environment? Come hear tips
from experts from the Rebuilding Information Station, a collaboration
of UNO-CHART, LSU’s Ag Center, Tulane City Center, & the
Road Home.
Thursday, October 16, 6 PM - Improving
Your Credit Score
In today’s lending climate, qualifying for a
mortgage is harder than ever. Learn about how to get your finances
on track so that you can finance a new home. Guest speakers
to be announced |
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Events in the Community
Build Now teams up with neighborhood associations, local universities,
and other non-profits to host educational forums and seminars
focused on rebuilding.
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Saturday, June 28 - Dillard University
Housing Fair
More than 50 exhibitors were on hand at the Dillard University
campus for the free Housing Fair. Sponsored by the Dillard
University Community Development Corporation, the fair featured
exhibitors from various sectors of the housing world, as well
as seminars on obtaining construction financing, selecting
contractors, and how to understand your credit report.
Wednesday, June 11 - The LRA Road
Home Elevation Grants
Over 150 people came out to Dillard University to learn about
the different sources of elevation funding that are available.
KC King from the Citizens Road Home Action Team spoke, as did
a representative from the LRA. For information on elevation
options and logistics, courtesy of CHART at UNO, please click
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