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## [Illuminating Voices in Lending](https://blog.kyhousing.org/blog/illuminating-voices-in-lending)

 Mar 1, 2023 9:19:06 AM

As we close out Black History Month and welcome Lender Appreciation Month, Teri Knott (NMLS #56539) and Melanie Yarmy (NMLS #1484875) of Stockton Mortgage join us to discuss how they improve homeownership opportunities for their clients. In this episode, we cover representation in the industry, challenges lenders face.

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## [Achieving the American Dream through Multiculturalism](https://blog.kyhousing.org/blog/2018/6/26/achieving-the-american-dream-through-multiculturalism)

 Jun 26, 2018 9:25:32 AM

Home is where your story begins. Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) understands this very clearly, because “home" is the foundation for other successful life outcomes.

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