Research and Information

Understanding 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.

Taking Stock of Rural America

Affordable Housing and Recovery in Rural Communities, Federally Assisted Housing Opportunities for Residents

Rural Resource Guide: Affordable Housing and Recovery in Rural Communities

Fiscal Year 2021 USDA Rural Development Housing Activity Report - Cover

Fiscal Year 2021 USDA Rural Development Housing Activity Report

Since 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 […]

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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Rural Populations & Regional Analyses

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Back to Reports and Manuals Appalachia Border Colonias…
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Organizational Development

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Back to Reports and Manuals Financial Management Organizational…
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TS Executive Summary

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Back to Reports and Manual Taking Stock of Rural People, Poverty,…
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Taking Stock 2000

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Taking Stock: Rural People, Poverty, and Housing at the turn…
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Connecting The Dots

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Back to Reports and Manuals Connecting the Dots: A Location Analysis…
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Rural Research Notes Foreclosure 09

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Rural Research Notes: What is the Housing Foreclosure Situation…
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Connecting the Dots

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Back to Reports and Manuals Connecting the Dots: A Location Analysis…
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What is “Rural”? Working Towards a Better Programmatic Definition

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This report examines the most common ways of identifying rural…
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