Mississippi
Building Stronger Communities:
Housing Consulting Services
For those areas undergoing growth spurts, community development is a must. But, with all the moving parts development entails, it requires a holistic approach. One shiny new piece of architecture or art isn’t going to do a whole lot in the grand scheme of things. Over time, however, systematic change can make a world of difference for a community—its perception, place, and prospects.
Navigate’s Approach and Services
By equipping housing professionals with training and resources, we contribute to creating stable, thriving communities. Our services include compliance assistance, educational opportunities, and expert guidance tailored to the unique challenges of affordable housing.
Through this collaborative effort, we aim to uphold HUD’s mission of ensuring housing safety and quality while reinforcing the foundational role of affordable housing in community well-being.
A Little About Our Mississippi Mission
our mission in Mississippi focuses on ensuring residents have access to safe, quality housing while supporting property owners and agents in maintaining compliance with HUD mandates. By providing resources, education, and expert guidance, we help strengthen the affordable housing landscape in Jackson and surrounding communities.
Compliance with HUD regulations is essential to preserving the affordability and livability of housing. Navigate works closely with property managers, owners, and agents to address challenges, enhance understanding of federal guidelines, and implement best practices that benefit both residents and housing providers.
Through our work, we aim to foster stability and sustainability in the state’s affordable housing sector, ensuring that safe housing remains accessible for those who need it most.
What We Do In the Community
Specifically, Navigate’s Flowood, MS branch tackles resident complaints and concerns, along with keeping track of Management and Occupancy Reviews (MOR) for HUD. In that way, the branch serves multiple camps simultaneously—serving as a vital link between federal bureaucracy and local community. Led by Nate Greathree, the Contract Administration Coordinator for Mississippi, Navigate’s Flowood, MS office offers further assistance to residents as well. Navigate fields questions about compliance, concerns, as well as other housing-related issues, without residents having to wait for outside go-ahead.
In 2024, Navigate Gives Back donated $700,000 to nonprofits providing a wide range of services from housing to prescription assistance.
Answering the Call
Accessible, affordable housing doesn’t just benefit individuals; it strengthens entire communities. When housing is attainable, it fosters stability for residents and attracts businesses, boosting local economies. Over time, this creates opportunities for more people to establish roots, enriching the community’s fabric and ensuring its long-term growth and success.
As a Performance-Based Contract Administrator (PBCA), Navigate Affordable Housing Partners plays a crucial role in this process by ensuring HUD’s Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) are accurately processed. By supporting property owners and managers in administering vouchers, we help maintain the affordability and quality of housing options. This critical work ensures that residents can access safe, stable homes, laying the foundation for thriving, vibrant communities.
