David Palmer, MPA, is a Detroit-based Associate Broker and Relator who runs David Palmer LLC - a think-visualize-do tank that serves nonprofits, small businesses and real estate clients across the Detroit area. 

In this episode, Breck, Leslie, and Claire sit down with David to discuss recent research that he has conducted on the housing crisis and mortgage issues in the city of Detroit. 
They also dive into how flawed systems have led to even more disadvantages for the BIPOC community in the city and how Detroit's bankruptcy in 2009 led to the city's current unique real estate situation. 

Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 

• Introduction to David Palmer and his work and research. 
• The real estate situation in Detroit. 
• How African Americans and BIPOC people are affected by flawed mortgages. 
• Creating attainable housing through alternative construction. 
• Challenges of the Detroit Land Bank.
• Breck's project highlight of the week: Gusbox.

Click here for the full show notes of Episode 36.

To learn more about David’s work and his research make sure to head over to his website, and Twitter. 

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