Home Mortgage Demand Declined in Rural America Too
Signs and Trends from a USDA Housing Finance Product There have been numerous business and media reports on the slowdown in homebuying and mortgage activity in recent months. This market […]
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Housing Assistance Council Statement on $54 Million Funding Package for Homelessness in Rural America
Last week, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a historic $315 million package of grants to help communities across the country provide both housing and supportive […]
SHOP Application Reference Material
Application Materials The following links are provided to assist you in completing a 2025 Self-Help Homeownership Opportunity Program (SHOP) application. These links provide additional information on program and eligibility requirements. […]
Housing Assistance Council Statement on FY 2023 Omnibus Bill
This bipartisan agreement maintains funding for USDA’s rural rental housing portfolio and makes a game-changing investment in manufactured housing. The Housing Assistance Council appreciates Congress continuing to invest in rural […]
HAC’s 2023 Rural Housing Policy Priorities
For over 50 years, the Housing Assistance Council (HAC) has been the voice for the poorest of the poor in the most rural places. Our deeply rooted work in communities […]
HAC Submits Comments on Proposed Duty to Serve Modifications
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) requested comments on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s (the Enterprises) proposed modifications to their Duty to Serve 2022 Underserved Markets Plans. If implemented robustly, […]