Research and Ideas

Our next project is to create our own company and then there will be other projects to follow.  This blog is to encompass some of my research and ides for a company based off the U.S. Housing Crisis.

Part of the housing crisis problem is not just about people not being able to buy homes of keep their homes, but also people loosing their homes after natural disasters.  A lot of people can't afford to rebuild or repair their home after a natural disaster or even fires and therefore loose their homes.  While there is assistance available for those in the immediate time of need, there aren't many national programs that help people rebuild their homes outside of volunteers.  Some of my first ideas are based off the idea for a company that could help get people back into their homes.  

- a company that helps organize volunteers in disaster relief zones for people to rebuild their homes (local "extreme makeover" on a much smaller scale)

- company that helps people who are working to rebuild their homes (sends volunteers, buys supplies in bulk to sell at a lower price to help those who need assistance rebuilding or fixing their homes)

- company that gives scholarships based on need/merit (like college scholarships for homeowners)

Anoter problem is that people are not able to build their own homes and are forced into homes they don't like, can't afford, have problems and just generally they don't like and doesn't fit their needs.

- a possible idea to fit this market would be a way to help people figure out how to build their own homes in this housing market

I'm not sure how feasible this would be considering urbanization and you have to live in the right area where new subdivisions are going up or where you can afford to rebuild or extremely remodel an already existing house.

The most obvious thing to help with the housing crisis is to keep people in their homes and away from foreclosure.  A possible idea is to help people deal with their finances so that they can better manage paying for their home.  

-a way to do this is to create a company that helps people update their homes so they save money in heating and energy costs

-OR a company that would create extra living space so that they can gain a source of income from a renter

-OR educating people on how to save money in their homes, better manage their budgets, update and home improvement to save energy costs etc.

The ideas that I like the most and feel that I could create a company out of that I would like and enjoy are:

-educating people on how to save money in their homes, better manage their budgets, update and home improvement to save energy costs etc.

- a company that helps people who are working to rebuild their homes (sends volunteers, buys supplies in bulk to sell at a lower price to help those who need assistance rebuilding or fixing their homes)

Stay tuned for a final decision and company info.

~J