Panel | Housing Solutions on Common Ground: Where Real Estate Meets Community Needs

November 18, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EST)

Description

Housing access remains a growing challenge for communities across North Carolina. Join housing professionals and community leaders for a discussion about local initiatives designed to address housing needs and expand access to homeownership.

Panelists will share what their cities, counties, and organizations are doing now, where their housing efforts are headed, and how collaboration can help create stronger communities. The conversation will also highlight NC Housing Finance Agency programs available to help homebuyers in all 100 North Carolina counties.

Whether you work in real estate, housing, community development, or simply want to learn more about housing solutions in your area, this webinar will offer valuable insights into the programs and partnerships shaping North Carolina’s housing future.

Panelists and moderator:

• Moderator: Sean Nock, NCRHF Immediate Past President, SVP, Community Mortgage Manager, North State Bank
• Pamela Trafton, NIS Manager, City of Jacksonville
• Samuel Hunter, Housing Strategy and Development Director, City of Greensboro
• Madelyn Russ, Executive Director, Open Hearts Place
• Kathy Rufiange, NCRHF Director and Senior Home-Ownership Lender Trainer, NC Housing Finance Agency