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Brown believes that building more housing to address the city’s housing crisis is only part of the solution; the other is “access and affordability.” He emphasizes homeowners of color knowing their home’s worth, following housing trends, making a will, and learning about tax and water liens. Out of college, about seven years ago, Brown decided to take the licensing test to become a real estate agent. He started out selling rental properties and homes and progressed into selling investment properties, commercial real estate, and churches last year. He said most of the real estate deals he has made have been with church members and others in the local community and also involve pooling money to purchase and renovate properties.