The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has announced a rule action relating to 10 TAC Chapter 1, Subchapter D, Uniform Guidance for Recipients of Federal and State Funds, Section 1.401, Effective Date and Definitions, Section 1.404, Purchase...
TDHCA is pleased to announce the release of a new Fair Housing tool that makes it easier for TDHCA-monitored multifamily properties to complete their affirmative marketing plans. This new tool allows the management company preparing the plan to search for their...
The 89th Texas Legislative Session, which began on January 14, promises to be a pivotal moment in state politics. With significant power struggles, internal party divisions, and high-stakes policy decisions at play, understanding the session’s key dynamics is...
The 119th Congress officially convened on January 3, 2025, marking the beginning of a new era in policymaking with significant implications for the nation's affordable housing landscape. With Republicans controlling both the House of Representatives and the Senate,...
Texas' state demographer releases report on demographic trends that will impact rental housing in Texas and the Austin metropolitan area. See...
Community development tax incentives play a crucial role in advancing societal goals while promoting economic growth. As Congress prepares to consider a major tax bill to extend provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the continuation and expansion of these...
Lori Little, the long-serving president and CEO of the National Affordable Housing Trust (NAHT), has announced her retirement after 22 years with the organization. Brian Dowling, who has been serving as interim chief revenue officer, will step in as interim CEO,...
The national shortage of affordable housing continues to strain finances for millions of Americans, with the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) being the most effective tool for creating affordable rental homes, adding nearly 4 million since 1986. Over...
As the 89th session of the Texas Legislature begins on January 14, affordable housing has emerged as a key priority, with lawmakers focusing on property tax reform and local government regulations. The lack of affordable housing—defined as spending no more than...
The proportion of Americans spending over a third of their income on rent has increased over the past two decades, reaching approximately 50% of all renters in 2023, according to recent Census data. Since 2021, rising housing costs have significantly contributed to...
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