DJ Sessions explains what Black business ownership really requires, from cash reserves and clean books to succession planning, before you register an LLC.

DJ Sessions challenges Dayton to build wealth through ownership, not rent, with a call to buy a home, property, or business.

The Greater Dayton Realtist Association celebrated Realtist Week 2026 with a week of worship, wellness, community service, fair housing education, networking, and wealth-building events across the Miami Valley.

Fannie Mae’s latest credit scoring updates could help more renters and responsible borrowers qualify for mortgages by recognizing modern financial behavior beyond traditional credit models.

Greater Dayton Realtist Association (GDRA) "Realtist Week," showcased a powerful collaboration between real estate professionals, educators, and the next generation of builders.

Learn how to scale neighborhood revitalization without losing focus, discipline, or community control in Dayton and beyond.

Learn how to fund neighborhood development projects using smart capital stacking strategies without losing ownership.

A practical blueprint for organizing community coalitions to drive neighborhood revitalization and development.

Learn how local businesses, churches, and residents can turn housing policy into real community progress.

Breaking down new federal housing legislation and what it means for Dayton, Ohio residents and neighborhoods.

Practical steps everyday residents can take to strengthen their block, build wealth, and drive community development.

County Corp and the City of Dayton celebrate four newly built homes in West Dayton’s Wolf Creek neighborhood, expanding homeownership opportunities through ARPA-funded revitalization efforts.

Mortgage professional Daniel Sessions explores collaborative homeownership models, long-term lending solutions, and strategies to rebuild neighborhoods and expand access to generational wealth.

Join GDRA’s January 2026 Real Estate Educational & Networking Meeting in Dayton, OH. Learn how to protect family property, avoid probate, and build generational wealth.

Introducing the LIFT Homebuyer Act of 2015 - There may soon be a new mortgage option for first-generation, first-time homebuyers.

Dayton Ohio Mortgage Market Update

A Dayton housing forum brings together planners, builders, and community leaders to discuss zoning reform, faster permitting, modular construction, funding tools, and strategies to prevent displacement. Learn how Dayton is preparing for a major zoning code overhaul.

The Dayton NAACP has recognized educator, real estate leader, and longtime community advocate Cora H. Diggs with the 2025 Community Service Award. Read her inspiring story of leadership, service, and impact across Dayton.

50-year mortgages may soon become a mainstream option, promising lower monthly payments for buyers facing affordability challenges. But do they truly help—or simply cost borrowers more in the long run? Here’s what homebuyers need to know before considering a 50-year term.

When the federal government shuts down, the ripple effects reach every corner of Dayton — slowing home loans, freezing paychecks, and deepening wealth gaps. Daniel Sessions of SLG | Sessions Lending Group breaks down what it means for local families and Black homeownership.

Investor groups are buying up single-family homes in Dayton, reducing inventory and driving up rents, especially affecting Black families and first-time buyers.

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act bans “trigger leads” and protects buyers from unwanted mortgage offers—especially in Black communities.

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones—and here in Dayton, it’s also a powerful step toward building generational wealth. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to the market, these 10 essential steps will help you navigate the process with clarity and confidence.

In today’s competitive housing market, many investors and small business owners are turning to hard money loans as a flexible way to fund projects quickly. Unlike traditional bank loans, hard money loans rely less on a borrower’s credit history or income documents and more on the value of the property being purchased or renovated.

Dayton, OH – September 17, 2025 — The Greater Dayton Realtist Association (GDRA) is set to host its 4th Annual Affordable Housing Summit on Wednesday, September 17, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Dayton Realtors, 1515 S. Main Street.

Honoring Rosa Hawes: A Pioneer of Housing Equity in Dayton A Legacy of Service and Advocacy

Introducing the Greater Dayton Realtist Association - GDRA, Dayton Realtists, Black homeownership, housing equity, NAREB, real estate Dayton, Democracy in Housing, Traci Martin

This summer, the Greater Dayton Realtist Association (GDRA) made significant progress toward its mission of “Democracy in Housing” by hosting a powerful series of free homebuyer education workshops throughout June 2025.