Arts Build Community By Donald C. Kelly
Community-based organizations are increasingly using arts and cultural activities to strengthen neighborhood economies and build community spirit. Should banks be able to count such activities under their CRA obligations? The author argues yes.

Predatory Lending By Jeannette Bradley and Peter Skillern
Preying on lower- and moderate-income homeowners, many subprime lenders use "bait and switch" tactics to ensnare borrowers into paying too much for loans they don't need. But community reinvestment advocates have begun taking steps to eliminate this coercive and deceptive practice.

Housing the Elderly By Stephen M. Golant, Ph.D.
After a three-year study, the Florida-based CASERA Project has identified practical steps subsidized housing providers can take to help frail elderly tenants remain in their apartments.

New Codes for Old Buildings By Miriam Axel-Lute
New Jersey decided that applying new building codes to rehab projects didn't make sense. Their new rehab code has won several awards and spurred a huge increase in rehab spending.