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Daniel Stern2016-03-16 17:33:382023-03-08 09:15:23Making CRA Work in Rural America: Partnerships and Opportunities for Rural Community ReinvestmentUnderstanding the Colonias Investment Areas
Located along the U.S. and Mexico border, colonias communities lack a widely accepted definition and standardized boundaries, hindering investment. Fannie Mae and the Housing Assistance Council (HAC) have partnered to address this underserved market. Insights gained from our research are leading to greater understanding of the colonias region and potential investment opportunities.

The full research report provides broader insights into the colonias region – as well as proposes a definition for industry use. With greater high-cost lending and a poverty rate (27%) nearly twice the national average (15%), colonias communities are worthy of focus and support. Eager to learn more?
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Housing an Aging Rural America: Rural Seniors and Their Homes
A rapidly aging population will significantly impact nearly all aspects of the nation’s social, economic, and housing systems.
Housing Assistance CouncilRural Veterans Resource Guide
The report contains program sheets that describe various programs and initiatives available for veterans as well as eligibility requirements and additional resources for each program.

A Brief History of Rural Mutual Self-Help Housing in the United States
This report provides a historical overview of the USDA program, including a brief narrative summary and detailed tables, updated through Fiscal Year 2013.
Housing Assistance CouncilFrom Service to Shelter: Housing Veterans in Rural America
The aging veteran population will have its own unique challenges. Ensuring that their housing needs are met is the least we can do to thank them for their service to this country.

Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 USDA Rural Housing Program Obligations Year End Report
This comprehensive report includes tables and maps showing obligation data by program. In addition, data are compiled for each State’s program activity. The report also includes data by fiscal year for each of the programs since program inception.

Housing in the Lower Mississippi Delta
HAC's analysis of housing conditions in the Lower Mississippi Delta.

Housing Conditions for Rural Farmworkers
Farmworkers, who are often ethnic minorities or immigrants, earn low wages and experience working conditions that hinder their ability to access affordable and quality housing.

Housing in Central Appalachia
Despite its cultural distinction, the Appalachian region is more commonly known for its economic challenges.

Fiscal Year 2021 USDA Rural Development Housing Activity Report
/in Information Products, Rural Research Reports, USDA Information and Data, USDA RD Annual Obligations Rural Data, U.S. Department of AgricultureSince the 1950s, USDA has provided financial assistance for the construction, repair, and affordability of millions of homes for low- and moderate-income rural Americans. USDA accomplishes this activity through its […]
In Search of “Good” Rural Data
/in Rural Research Reports What is RuralThe Housing Assistance Council has long been working to address the shortcomings of rural data for rural housing developers nationwide. The efforts of one organization alone, however, cannot address the […]
Revealing Rural Realities: What Fuels Inaccurate and Incomplete Coverage of Rural Issues?
/in Rural Research Reports What is RuralThis report underscores and articulates how ongoing changes in the structure and business of media and journalism contribute to the gap between rural realities and public perception of rural America. […]