Affordable housing is out of reach for minimum wage workers in Oklahoma. A recent study from the National Low Income Housing Coalition shows that a minimum wage worker in Oklahoma would have to work 85 hours per week to afford…
Sarkeys Foundation selected Neighborhood Housing Services Oklahoma (NHSOKLA ) as a recipient of a $10,000 grant for its foreclosure prevention program. For homeowners who are struggling or unable to meet their mortgage obligation, NHSOKLA offers free counseling and serves as…
NHSOKLA and the City of Moore will be holding informational workshops about the CDBD-DR Down Payment Assistance Program. You may be eligible for up to $40,000 in down payment and closing assistance to purchase a home. Informational workshops will be…
As Oklahomans know, tornadoes are common in our state, with dozens touching down throughout the state each year. But the 2013 tornado season was different. In Moore, OK, that year a category E5 tornado– the most powerful measure– hit with winds…
Neighborhood Housing Services Oklahoma was recently recognized by the Urban Land Institute Oklahoma for its development, Commons on Classen, and its work to provide housing options for low-income seniors. We proud to be making Oklahoma City a better place to…
A mural depicting Dorothy Richardson and local children is a prominent feature in Pittsburgh. by: Gabrielle Sims, former community scholar I recently had the opportunity to conduct research on the life…
It is the season for making lists, and preparing for the holidays should involve creating financial checklists as well. During this festive time of year, many families and individuals incur debt that can take months or years to pay off.…
Neighborhood Housing Services Oklahoma (NHSOKLA) recently dedicated four new affordable rental homes in El Reno during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 16 with the El Reno Chamber of Commerce board of directors and executive director. The homes are located…
Neighborhood Housing Services would like to thank the Kirkpatrick Family Fund for providing a $2,500 grant for our Homebuyer Education classes. We are grateful for their generosity and support! Homebuyer education classes teach you everything you need to know to become…
Neighborhood Housing Services Oklahoma (NHSOKLA) is proud to announce the completion of four, new affordable homes rental homes in El Reno, Oklahoma. NHSOKLA and the El Reno Chamber of Commerce will dedicate the homes at 4 p.m. on Thursday, November…