Home Ownership: Booker is focused on affordable, accessible homeownership in urban areas, especially for Black communities.

From Money Making Conversations Master Class Rushion McDonald

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Booker T. Washington.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To spotlight Booker T. Washington’s innovative work in real estate development—specifically his creation of micro home communities in Atlanta—and to inspire underserved communities to pursue homeownership as a path to wealth, stability, and empowerment.

🧭 Key Takeaways 1. Vision Behind Teche Homes

Teche Homes builds micro home communities (not tiny homes) ranging from 400–1000 sq ft.
Focused on affordable, accessible homeownership in urban areas, especially for Black communities.
Projects aim to revitalize blighted neighborhoods and promote reverse gentrification.

2. Flagship Projects

South Park Cottages: 29 homes on 2.8 acres in College Park, GA. Sold out before construction.
Union Park Cottages: 26 homes + coffee shop in Union City, GA. First mixed-use micro home community in the U.S.
Upcoming: The Park at Brawley in partnership with Killer Mike and Shay Render.

3. Affordability & Impact