The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has re-issued a proposed rule on Duty To Serve. Through HERA, GSEs have a ‘duty to serve’ traditionally underserved markets of rural, preservation, and […]
A recent edition of the “Inside Appalachia” radio examines the challenges that first generation college students are going through, and how some colleges and universities are developing strategies and programs […]
The Rural Development Leadership Network (RDLN) Auction closes on December 13, 2015 at 10:00 PM EST. Proceeds from the auction support the efforts of RDLN, a national multicultural social change […]
A final definition of “chronically homeless,” published Dec. 4, will be used in HUD’s Continuum of Care Program and in the Consolidated Plans that guide state and local governments’ use […]
The long wait for Section 8. In most places across the country, Section 8 waiting lists are rarely open. When they do open, it’s for a small window of time, […]
Download complete report (Through October FY 2016) The Housing Assistance Council (HAC) presents this month’s report on Fiscal Year 2016 USDA Rural Housing program obligations. USDA is operating under a […]
The Kansas City Star tells the story of how the small town of Warrensburg, MO (Pop. 20,000) created a comprehensive approach to battling poverty in their community by increasing collaborations […]
HAC News Formats. pdf November 30, 2015 Vol. 44, No. 24 • HAC NEWS GOING FULLY DIGITAL • Congress working on FY16 funding measures • Tax extender negotiations include LIHTC […]
Without migrant farmers, many small farms would be in trouble, according to The Rural Blog. More than 10 percent of H visas granted to migrant workers in the U.S. in […]
HUD’s 2015 Annual Homeless Assessment Report indicates homelessness has declined nationwide by 11% since 2010. Veteran homelessness fell by 36% between 2010 and January 2015, including a 47% decline in […]