This session highlights the innovative work of HFAs and their partners in operations. PARTICIPANTS Audra Hamernik, Executive Director | Illinois Housing Development Authority Margaret Miller, Business and Economic Analyst | Colorado Housing and Finance Authority John Plakorus, Planning and Development Officer | Colorado Housing and Finance Authority Wendy Smith, Senior Policy Advisor/Incoming Deputy Executive Director […]
Discuss initiatives to foster positive health outcomes for residents of affordable housing. Explore available funding sources for energy efficiency and water conservation. Understand healthy construction practices, including use of non-toxic materials and enhanced indoor air quality. Consider strategies to promote resident health through building design and social services. DISCUSSION LEADER Wes Butler, Assistant Commissioner, Multifamily […]
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Consider how HFAs can adopt the latest automated mortgage tools and offer borrowers an improved online lending experience. Explore how one HFA developed a new web application to better engage with its lending partners. Delve into the use of eMortgages and other digital transactions. DISCUSSION LEADER Peter Pagonis, Director, Homeownership | Rhode Island Housing PARTICIPANTS […]
Learn how federal, state, and local partners are collaborating to end youth homelessness and to meet the housing needs of youth aging out of foster care. Explore innovative development approaches and strategic partnerships to place at-risk youth and young adults on a path to long-term success. DISCUSSION LEADER Mark Romick, Deputy Executive Director | Alaska […]
This session highlights the innovative work of HFAs and their partners in rental housing. DISCUSSION LEADER David Young, Multifamily Administrator | Alabama Housing Finance Authority PARTICIPANTS Tim Kenny, Executive Director | Nebraska Investment Finance Authority Diane Smith, Director, Planning, Research, and Evaluation | Connecticut Housing Finance Authority Mark Teden, Vice President of Multifamily Programs | […]
Financial structuring experts survey multifamily finance tools, including tax-exempt bonds, the Rental Assistance Demonstration program, and HFA use of the Federal Financing Bank. Explore innovative financial structuring and underwriting tactics for multiple subsidy deals. DISCUSSION LEADER Lisa Vatske, Director, Multifamily Housing and Community Facilities | Washington State Housing Finance Commission PARTICIPANTS Samphas ” Sammi” Chhea, […]
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Hackers become increasingly more sophisticated every day. Are your systems and client data cyber secure? Explore the cybersecurity landscape and get expert insight to inform internal decision-making. Examine the Texas Model, built with interagency cooperation; hear about recent policy efforts; and discuss how to build preparedness into the strategic plan. And, learn how the New […]
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Communities across the country are working overtime seeking solutions to the opioid crisis. Learn how state HFAs and their affordable housing partners are breaking silos and joining the fight. Examine different housing models and best practices for housing people with substance use disorders. DISCUSSION LEADER Dean Christon, Executive Director | New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority […]
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An acute shortage of affordable, entry-level single-family homes is one of the biggest issues impacting the housing market today. Examine how HFAs have addressed this problem head on, including initiatives that have constructed new ownership homes in a tight urban market, helped revitalize the housing stock in struggling communities, and supported critical repairs to keep […]
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