Youth in Real Estate
Mentorship . Entrepreneurship . Scholarship
Y.i.RE MISSION
Youth in Real Estate (Y.i.RE) is a 501 (c)(3) Tax Exempt Non-Profit Organization providing Real Estate, Investment and homebuilding Construction based education programs focused on educating underserved youth and communities, in Financial llteracy, Business Development and Homebuilding / Remodeling (through a Pre-Apprenticeship Curriculum) within the construction trade and real estate. Y.i.RE (pronounced; wire), students gain contstruction workforce training and real exposure to real estate and investment strategies, while gaining experience in real estate through home building /remodeling hands on skills, research, analyzing, budgeting, marketing and investing in real property, within their own and surrounding communities.
Mentorship
Y.i.RE students will be mentored by real estate professionals, providing support , guidance and resources to experience the life in the real estate business, within marketing, sales, budgeting, customer service and administrative duties.
Entrepreneurship
Y.i.RE students will learn aspects of being a entrepreneur in todays real estate market, by joining Y.i.RE Elite group of Jr. Investors, to locate property as an investment for funding of scholarships and capital for future investments.
Scholarship
Y.i.RE will provide scholarships to graduating students, from revenue generated donations, Y.i.RE student investments and services offered, to continue their education toward pursuing a college degree.
Y.i.RE
Home Improvement Division
New Build
Y.i.RE students will be mentored by our Program Director, a General Contractor, providing years of experience. Skills learned will be safety, framing, plumbing, electrical, along with other construction trade skills.
Remodel / Rehab
Y.i.RE students will learn home remodeling and rehab knowledge. Learning demolition, electrical, flooring, plumbing, window installation and painting. Students will learn knowledge of how to stay within a budget of project while purchasing materials.
Home Repair
Y.i.RE will provide home repair services, such as plumbing, electrical, painting, flooring, etc. Services will be provided to assist homeowners with the upkeep of their property and value of equity with their investment.
Why Support Y.i.RE
Supporting Youth in Real Estate, is supporting teens and young adults (15 – 19), that are at risk and in communities underserved. These youth and communities lack educational resources competing in financial literacy and business development, disallowing them opportunity of advancing in todays competitive challenges. Y.i.RE will provide those resources of financial and business development, which will also show in students academic performance, economic education, financial practices and community outreach, providing healthier lifestyles. Students will also earn scholarship grants towards college upon successful completion of Y.i.RE six learning programs (marketing, technology, finance, advertisement, management and economics), from donations, services and investments. Statistics show that 80% of wealthy individuals is from Real Estate, giving these students the resources, tools, support and competitive advantage will change families lives, also preparing the world for the next generation of Real Estate Agents through Youth in Real Estate (Y.i.RE).
Workforce development and construction labor skills are directly connected because a strong, skilled workforce is essential for the success of the construction industry. Workforce development programs provide the training, education, and certifications needed to prepare individuals for construction jobs, ensuring they have the technical skills, safety knowledge, and hands-on experience required.
As the demand for skilled labor in construction continues to rise, workforce development plays a crucial role in filling gaps caused by labor shortages, aging workers, and evolving industry standards. Investing in workforce development not only benefits workers by providing stable, high-paying career paths but also strengthens the overall economy by supporting infrastructure growth, commercial projects, and housing development.
For businesses and communities, prioritizing workforce development means a more reliable, efficient, and skilled labor workforce leading to better project outcomes, increased safety, and long-term sustainability in the construction industry.
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