Affordable housing isn’t just a national conversation—it’s a growing crisis right here in Charlotte. Rapid population growth, rising home prices, and a severe shortage of affordable homes are putting intense pressure on families across our region. Today, only a small fraction of rental housing is considered affordable, and with median home prices hovering around $444,000—requiring an income well into six figures—homeownership is simply out of reach for many. 

The result is more than financial strain. It’s displacement, gentrification, rising homelessness, and families forced to make impossible choices just to stay rooted in their community. 

In this episode, we explore why affordable housing matters, who it impacts, and how Habitat for Humanity is helping build real solutions. We’ll also highlight the Building Futures Affordable Housing Symposium—an annual gathering focused on understanding this crisis and working together toward a more stable, equitable future. 

This is a conversation about people, possibility, and the power of home. 

Guests:

Laura Belcher – CEO, Habitat For Humanity for the Charlotte Region

Lapri Holmes

Information:

What: Building Futures Affordable Housing Symposium

When: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Where: Central Piedmont Community College’s Parr Center, Charlotte, NC