Shaping the Future of Hispanic Homeownership & Wealth with Gary Acosta

In this impactful episode of Lending Forward, host Bill Hitchcock sits down with Gary Acosta, Co-Founder and CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), to explore the intersection of advocacy, entrepreneurship, and homeownership in the Latino community. Gary shares how NAHREP empowers members through things like business growth and inspired leadership, and in this episode he emphasizes why both are essential in closing the wealth gap through homeownership.

They dive into policy challenges and opportunities under the current administration, including DACA, FHA eligibility, DEI, and the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Gary also sheds light on how NAHREP is preparing the next generation of Latino professionals for transformative change in the industry.

Plus, get the inside scoop on Gary’s personal commitment to helping others build generational wealth.

If you're a lender, Realtor, or industry partner looking to support underserved communities and grow your business, this is a must-listen.

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Thanks to our friends at ActiveComply for sponsoring this episode!