Our Blog
Welcome to Idaho Housing and Finance Association’s new blog, where you will learn about our many products and services, their impact in Idaho, and related industry news and announcements. Read about our team’s activities as we work together to fulfill our mission to improve lives and strengthen communities in Idaho.
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Building A Future Through Financial Foundations
Read Article: Building A Future Through Financial FoundationsFinancial coaching that made homeownership a reality for an Idaho family While some of the boxes still need to be unpacked, Angela says one thing is already clear: her three daughters are happier in their new home. After years of apartment living, they finally have room to run, play and be kids. “It was always…
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The government shutdown: What it means for affordable housing in Idaho
Read Article: The government shutdown: What it means for affordable housing in Idaho[Updated: Jan. 16, 2019] Is Idaho Housing and Finance Association closed? No. It is operating normally. Idaho Housing and Finance Association is neither a state nor a federal government organization. Idaho Housing is a self-supporting corporation and does not use state-appropriated funds, but it does partner with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development…
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Avenues for Hope provides community safety net for housing nonprofits
Read Article: Avenues for Hope provides community safety net for housing nonprofitsThe 8th annual Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge kicked off on Dec. 12. The online fundraiser, organized by Idaho Housing and Finance Association in conjunction with The Home Partnership Foundation, supports 55 participating nonprofits that manage the day-to-day work of serving the more than 7,000 students and 4,000 other Idahoans affected by homelessness. The online campaign…
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New Path becomes first “Housing First” development in Idaho
Read Article: New Path becomes first “Housing First” development in IdahoNew Path Community Housing Development in Boise opened its doors as Idaho’s first “Housing First” Permanent Supportive Housing development. New Path houses 40 people battling chronic homelessness and provides wrap-around services to help residents achieve stability. Housing First is a shift from the more traditional approach to caring for the homeless. Housing First prioritizes and provides those experiencing chronic homelessness…
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States look to Boise to help solve homelessness issue
Read Article: States look to Boise to help solve homelessness issueHomelessness is an issue that’s impacting people all across the United States. A crisis hitting the streets from Portland, Oregon to New York City. Last year, the Point-in-Time Count estimated 553,742 people were homeless on a single night, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. It’s the first increase in the PIT Count since…
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Homeownership a new reality for Idaho veteran
Read Article: Homeownership a new reality for Idaho veteranTom is a 66-year-old Vietnam War veteran, who always dreamed of owning a home. “You never quite feel at home if you don’t own it,” he says. Tom’s dream of homeownership eventually become a reality this past year after qualifying for a home loan through Idaho Housing and Finance Association. Growing up, Tom put his…
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Modular homes deliver a new affordable housing option for Idaho
Read Article: Modular homes deliver a new affordable housing option for IdahoOrganizations across the United States are working to answer the same question: How do we build more affordable housing? Some are taking unconventional approaches to the housing shortage. The demand has put pressure on cities and developers to build more affordable housing quickly. Close to home, modular homes are gaining a foothold. The Housing Company tapped into…
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A new tool makes it easier to apply for rental assistance
Read Article: A new tool makes it easier to apply for rental assistanceApplying for Housing Choice Vouchers, also known as Section 8 Vouchers, through Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) just got a lot easier. “We’re excited to announce that we now have an online portal for applicants,” said Lisa Stevens, senior manager for Idaho Housing’s Rental Assistance Program. Applicants no longer have to print and mail…
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What’s driving Boise’s hot housing market?
Read Article: What’s driving Boise’s hot housing market?There’s no question Idaho is growing. Fast. The Idaho Department of Labor projects the Gem State’s population will reach almost 2 million by 2025. The bulk of that growth is taking place in Southwest Idaho. The Boise metropolitan area, by some measures, has even been tabbed the fastest-growing area in the country. The population boom is having…
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