Strong Blocks

In Milwaukee, Strong Blocks is a rent-to-own housing program. Residents rent a home while working toward buying the same property. Rent and the purchase price are set before move-in, giving participants time to prepare for ownership. The program describes its homes as places for neighbors to own and shares examples of renters who went on to buy their homes. People interested in an available home apply before a showing. Strong Blocks also explains the factors it considers in applications and how the program may suit people who need time to build payment history, manage debt, or save money. Homes become available without a set schedule, so people who are not ready to apply can share what they are looking for and receive email alerts when a home opens.