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2026 Housing Opportunity Conference 2026 Housing Opportunity Conference
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Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, Baltimore, MD March 16-17, 2026

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Mr. Michael Spotts

Mr. Michael Spotts

Vice President of Real Estate Development Habitat for Humanity Washington, D.C. & Northern Virginia

Michael A. Spotts is the Vice President of Real Estate Development for Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia. Prior to joining Habitat in 2022, he was the founder and President of Neighborhood Fundamentals, LLC and served as the Senior Visiting Research Fellow for the Urban Land Institute’s Terwilliger Center for Housing. He has nearly 20 years of experience providing research and technical assistance to on-the-ground practitioners in both the public and private sectors, at every level of government, and in urban, suburban and rural areas. Prior to founding Neighborhood Fundamentals, he worked for Enterprise Community Partners, Inc. from 2009-2017 as part of the Public Policy team. During this time, he conducted research and analysis of affordable housing and community development policies. Michael serves on the board of directors for the Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance and previously served on the board of directors of the Arlington (VA) Partnership for Affordable Housing.

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Tue Mar 17 10:30 AM — 11:30 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time

Unlocking the Dream: Innovative Models for Advancing Affordable Homeownership

Mr. Tom Coale
Mr. Tom Coale, Perry, White, Ross, & Jacobson
Ms. Bree Jones
Ms. Bree Jones, Parity Homes
Mr. Mike Loftin
Mr. Mike Loftin, Homewise, Inc.
Mr. Michael Spotts
Mr. Michael Spotts, Habitat for Humanity Washington, D.C. & Northern Virginia
Type Affordable Housing Concurrent Session

Homeownership remains one of the most powerful pathways to building wealth and stability—yet for many families, it feels out of reach. This dynamic panel brings together experts who are transforming that reality through community-driven approaches that revitalize neighborhoods while preventing displacement, expand access, and create inclusive opportunities. From restoring abandoned homes to developing mixed-income communities and advancing models that make homeownership affordable, these leaders will share practical solutions and inspiring stories that unlock the dream of homeownership for all.