By opening a new round of applications, HUD's ConnectHomeUSA program seeks to support additional Department-assisted communities in getting affordable and reliable internet access.
Read More »HUD Recaps Homeownership Achievements
Taking a look back at the significant milestones it has achieved, HUD continues to focus on expanding access to homeownership, supporting home retention, and addressing racial bias nationwide.
Read More »Ginnie Mae MBS Issuance Topped $404B in FY 2023
In its Annual Financial Report, Ginnie Mae highlights its financial performance and accomplishments over the past year, as it supported affordable, equitable homeownership and rental housing for tens of millions of American households.
Read More »FHA to Enhance Its 203(k) Rehab Program
Proposed changes to the 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Program have been drafted to expand FHA-insured mortgage financing for the purchase or refinance of single-family homes in need of repair or rehabilitation.
Read More »HUD Exec Honored With Presidential Rank Award
Jean Lin Pao, HUD’s Director for the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, has been recognized for her contributions to HUD’s procurement equity efforts and work as a public servant.
Read More »FHA Reports on Delinquency, Credit Access in Report to Congress
In its Annual Report to Congress for fiscal year 2023, the FHA detailed the work of its single-family mortgage insurance programs in fiscal year 2023, including updates on credit access, capital in the MMI Fund, and delinquency rates of mortgages in its portfolio.
Read More »FHA Proposes Update to HECM Assignment Claims Eligibility Policy
New proposal seeks stakeholder feedback to ensure long-term viability for the HECM program and expanded availability for senior homeowners.
Read More »Feds Seek to Enhance HECMs for Senior Homeowners
The FHA has proposed changes to the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Program geared toward improving program stability and to adapt to changing market conditions. Full details after the link.
Read More »HUD Expands the ConnectHomeUSA Program
The Department is bolstering its program to promote digital inclusion for American families, which builds on its ongoing work with the FCC to ensure all HUD-assisted families enroll in the Affordable Connectivity Program. Read on to find out why HUD is, for the first time since 2020, accepting new communities into the initiative.
Read More »Biden Administration Invests in Climate Resilience Upgrades for Low-Income Households
HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge said, “The Green and Resilient Retrofit Program continues to improve our nation’s climate resilience by making sure low-income families and individuals have access to affordable housing that is strong, healthy, and energy efficient.” Click through to learn more.
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