Making a House in Need of Repair an Affordable Humble Home for Maritime Living is a crucial goal for Team First-Rate for several reasons:

1. Basic Need: Housing is a fundamental human need. Affordable housing ensures that everyone has access to safe and secure shelter, contributing to overall well-being and stability.

2. Reduced Poverty and Inequality: Affordable housing plays a critical role in poverty alleviation and reducing inequality. When housing costs are manageable, individuals and families can allocate more resources towards other essential needs like education, healthcare, and savings.

3. Economic Stability: Affordable housing fosters economic stability by reducing financial stress on households. It allows families to build assets and contribute more confidently to the economy through spending and investment.

4. Social Cohesion: Accessible housing promotes social cohesion by creating diverse and inclusive communities. It enables people from different socioeconomic backgrounds to live in proximity, fostering a sense of belonging and community.

5. Health and Well-being: Affordable housing contributes to better health outcomes. Stable housing conditions reduce exposure to environmental hazards and stress, positively impacting physical and mental health.

6. Long-term Sustainability: Sustainable development goals emphasize the importance of affordable housing in urban planning and environmental sustainability. Well-planned affordable housing projects can reduce urban sprawl, improve transportation efficiency, and minimize environmental impact or unattended or rundown homes, into a beautified oasis.

In summary, making homes affordable is not just about meeting a basic need; it's about promoting economic, social, and environmental well-being to community as a whole back to Atlantic Canada.