A report by the Urban Institute published in April of this year shows new research on how affordable housing units impact property values on nearby residences. Although a common argument used to oppose affordable housing is the fear that it could lower property values, data from this report shows that this is not true.

Strong financial performance contributed to a rating upgrade from Aa2 to Aa1 for Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA)'s multiple purpose social bonds from Moody's Investor Service last week. Aa1 is the second highest possible rating from Moody’s.

Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) is seeking feedback and comments on the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) that guides the agency in making housing tax credit allocation decisions. The Agency has opened the initial comment period and will close the period at 4:30pm on Monday August 15th, 2022. The current 2022-2023 QAP is available on VHFA’s website.

The Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) Board of Commissioners announced last week the award of state and federal housing tax credits and loans to support the development, rehabilitation or preservation of 338 permanently affordable apartments in eleven communities across the state.