The Hispanic Wealth Project (HWP) is celebrating a decade of success and outlining a bold new vision for the future. Here is an overview and outlook to 2034 as reflected in the
2024 State of Hispanic Wealth Report.
A Response to Economic DisparityThe HWP was born out of the devastating impact of the Great Recession, during which Hispanic households suffered disproportionate wealth losses. In response, NAHREP set a monumental goal: to triple Hispanic household wealth by 2024. To achieve this, the HWP developed a blueprint focusing on three core areas: homeownership, business ownership, and financial asset diversification.
Celebrating Success, Embracing New ChallengesThe 2024 HWP report celebrates the achievement of tripling Hispanic household wealth, a remarkable feat
accomplished two years ahead of schedule. The report details progress across each component goal, analyzing key data and highlighting areas for future focus.
The Next Ten-Year Vision: Closing the Wealth GapAs the HWP enters its second decade, the focus shifts to bridging the wealth gap between Hispanic and non-Hispanic White households. The ambitious goal is to reduce this gap by 50% by 2034. To guide this mission, the HWP has outlined a set of comprehensive component goals:
Real Estate:- Maintain a Hispanic homeownership rate of 50% or greater.
- Increase the number of Hispanic owner-households to 11.5 million.
- Increase the rate of Hispanic investment property ownership by 25%.
- Double the share of Hispanic real estate and mortgage professionals in the industry.
Business Ownership:- Increase the number of Hispanic-owned employer firms to 600,000 or greater.
- Triple the investment allocation of VC funding to Hispanic founders.
Financial Assets:- Increase the share of Hispanic households owning non-cash financial assets (e.g., stocks, bonds, mutual funds, 401k accounts) to 50% or greater.
- Increase the share of Hispanic financial planners and investment professionals by 30%.
Asset Protection:- Increase the share of Hispanic households with a will or trust to 30% or greater.
- Increase the share of individuals in the NAHREP network with an estate plan to 75% or greater.
A Catalyst for ChangeThe HWP's commitment to empowering the Hispanic community is rooted in the understanding that America's economic well-being is inextricably linked to the prosperity of its diverse population. The next decade promises to be a period of continued progress and transformation, driven by the HWP's dedication to achieving its ambitious goals.
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Disclosure: Please note that the information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice.