Episode 15 with Oralia Herrera

Leading from Within: Elevating Professionals and Expanding NAHREP’s Global Vision In this episode of Architects of Latino Success, Joe Castillo sits down with Oralia Herrera, 2025 NAHREP National President, to reflect on her leadership journey and the impact of serving at the highest level of the organization.

Three State-Level Housing Reforms to Watch in 2026

As federal housing debates continue, state legislatures across the U.S. are quietly advancing structural reforms that expand where and how housing can be built. For real estate professionals focused on expanding access to homeownership, especially in Latino and first-time buyer markets, understanding these state policy developments is essential.

An End-of-Year Check-In on Congressional Housing Action

As Congress closes out the year, housing remains one of the few areas with genuine bipartisan interests. Unfortunately, it has also been one of the most procedurally stalled. Over the past several weeks, lawmakers in both chambers have released or advanced major housing packages, signaling a shared recognition that housing affordability and supply constraints are weighing heavily on households and the broader economy.