ABOUT US
National Housing Corporation is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the preservation of affordable housing
We develop and acquire new and/or rehabilitated affordable housing projects. We also apply for and obtain loans and grants for the development and operation of affordable housing projects, providing programs and services to the residents to improve their quality of life.
Vision
At its inception, National Housing Corporation was designed to enrich the quality of life of the residents that lived at properties that we owned. We continue to strive to improve their quality of life.
Strategy
Through our work with other charitable organizations, assistance leagues, school districts, local high school students, and programs that bring together seniors and children, we leverage our resources to provide the best quality services.
Our Board and Staff
Steve Margetic
Board President
Stephen has more than 25 years of experience managing affordable and market-rate properties. As President, CEO and Owner of Hyder & Company Property Management, he manages over 90 affordable properties, totaling about 6,000 units throughout California. He is also a principal partner in the management of two campuses totaling 162 units of senior assisted and congregate care units in St. Louis, Missouri. Prior to joining Hyder & Company Property Management in 2004, Mr. Margetic spent 12 years managing a portfolio of 10,000 units, which included more than 2,000 units of senior housing. A Certified Public Accountant from the state of Illinois, Mr. Margetic has been a member of both the American and the California Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, as well as serving on the Owners’ Advisory Board of the National Investment Conference.
Gary Da Prato
Chief Financial Officer
Gary has 32 years of experience in the affordable housing industry dating back to 1987 and is responsible for new business development and contract administration. One of his primary duties is to act as a liaison between our firm and various Governmental Agencies and the Owners to keep current in the ever-changing requirements in the field of subsidized management. Gary had 14 years of experience in Program Compliance for subsidized housing projects in California with the California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD). Program compliance included monitoring housing policy issues dealing with California Redevelopment Agencies administering the California Housing Rehabilitation Program & Earthquake Assistance Program and developing regulations for the Rental Housing Construction Program.
Kyle Beach
Secretary
Kyle has been involved in real estate for over 10 years, with 8 years of experience with Hyder & Company. Kyle has worked closely with social and supportive service coordinators to ensure services are provided to residents at the properties across his portfolio of 16 properties and over 1100 units. In addition to Tax Credit, HUD, and USDA RD certifications, Kyle is a licensed Broker in the state of California bringing expertise and additional knowledge to the portfolio he helps manage.
Meghan Birnkrant
Executive Director
Meghan has 15 years of experience in affordable housing and nonprofit management. With an M.A. in Nonprofit Leadership and Management, Meghan has led the strategic planning process, highlighting the importance of an eye toward the future. This includes alternative forms of affordable housing as the population grows. Her time spent at National Public Radio in the Communication Department and her background in International Relations has also given her perspective on housing and other issues as they relate to the United States and the world.