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HUD

Recent HUD Changes Increase Proceeds for Multifamily Developers and Owners 

HUD has formally approved changes to the debt service coverage (DSCR) and loan-to-cost (LTC)/loan-to-value (LTV) criteria for 221(d)(4) and 223(f) programs.

HUD

Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs to Hold HUD Secretary Nomination Hearing 

On Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 at 10 a.m. EDT, the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs will hold a hearing on the nomination of Eric Turner to be Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Montana

Legislation Proposed to Create Montana Workforce Housing Tax Credit  

A bill introduced in the Montana Legislature would create a State Workforce Housing Tax Credit. H.B. 21 would create a State LIHTC for allocation to properties that receive Federal LIHTCs.

Louisiana

Louisiana Housing Corporation Introduces Executive Director Kevin J. Delahoussaye 

The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) introduces the agency’s new Executive Director Kevin J. Delahoussaye.

General News

CDFI Fund Posts Updated FAQ Document for CY 2024-2025 NMTC Allocation Application 

The Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund posted an updated frequently asked questions (FAQ) document concerning the calendar year (CY) 2024-2025 New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation application.

Oregon

Oregon Housing and Community Services Post Housing Stability Council Monthly Meeting Reminder 

The next Housing Stability Council meeting will be from 9 to 10:45 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025.

Oklahoma

Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency Posts Notice for all HOME/National Housing Trust Fund Rental Activity Awardees 

A HOME and NHTF Rental Activity Annual Report will be due Feb. 28, 2025.

Iowa

Iowa Finance Authority Announces 2026 Innovation Set-Aside Pre-Application Now Available 

At the Iowa Finance Authority, innovation drives our efforts to turn new ideas in housing and finance into impactful realities.

HUD Releases HOME Monthly Reports

HUD has announced that the latest HOME Monthly Reports, as of November 30, 2024, are now available. Why it matters: These reports are crucial for Participating Jurisdictions (PJs) to effectively track and manage their housing initiatives. Details: The bottom line: These reports empower PJs to optimize their housing strategies, ensuring effective use of resources and […]

Ginnie Mae’s FY24 Annual Financial Report

Ginnie Mae has released its Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Annual Financial Report, and the numbers and initiatives are making an impact.  Here are a few key takeaways:

Virginia

Rural Development – Multifamily Housing Form RD 3560-8, Tenant Certification Update 

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) Office of the Multifamily Housing announced an updated Form RD 3560-8 Tenant Certification for the July 1, 2025 implementation of the changes to income and asset calculations due to the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA).  

Oregon

Oregon Gov. Kotek Releases Recommended Budget, Includes Advised Funding for Housing Programs  

Gov. Tina Kotek released the Governor’s Recommended Budget (GRB), detailing her vision to build on housing progress.

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