An important step in tackling the City’s abandoned housing problem was legislation permitting the establishment of municipal land banks to aid in the transfer of abandoned homes to new owners. Following up on the partnership between the City and CAP:IC to document more than 8,000 vacant homes, CAP:IC worked with the newly established Indy Land Bank to develop a real estate website portal to market available properties. The searchable interface operates just as any traditional real estate site, with photos, maps, and detailed property information, providing customer-friendly access to property while adding legitimacy to the program.
For some time now I have thought that the ability of cities as well
as for some certain Individuals, the right to buy HUD homes cheaper
than for those of the general public was out and out discrimination.
Police, Fireman, Cities could buy these properties for $100.00 but for me I was asked thousands of dollars.
As such I still do not own a HUD home or a home in Indy.
I do not mind paying a little and fixing up the property but, when it comes to limiting the sale of homes through Realitors alone and
not directly from City or County Government, I draw the line.
I am still interested in finding a nice property to live in if it is
reasonable and available.
I see a lot of abanded homes that would be nice but don’t know how to research and go about aquiring same. All help appreciated.
Sincerely, John.