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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How a Reverse Mortgage Provided Financial Comfort
Read Article: How a Reverse Mortgage Provided Financial ComfortA stretch of neatly mowed green where cattle once grazed has become Raymond’s personal park. It’s the reason he reached out to Idaho Housing and Finance to help him stay in the home where he’s lived for three decades. After retiring, Raymond transformed an old pasture on the 2-acre property he bought in the mid-1990s…
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Why Every Homeowner Needs a Cushion for the Unexpected
Read Article: Why Every Homeowner Needs a Cushion for the UnexpectedOwning a home is rewarding, but it can also bring a few surprises. A sudden repair or higher-than-expected utility bill can throw off even the best budget. That’s why setting aside a small cushion can make a big difference—it’s a safety net that helps keep you prepared and stress levels low. Why a Cushion Matters…
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What’s Your Home Equity Looking Like These Days?
Read Article: What’s Your Home Equity Looking Like These Days?Your home isn’t just a place to live—it’s an investment. And one of the most powerful ways it impacts your finances is through home equity. But what exactly is equity, and why should you care about it? What is Home Equity? Simply put, equity is the portion of your home that you actually own. It’s calculated like…
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Building Hope and a New Future
Read Article: Building Hope and a New FutureHeidi has done a lot of building over the last few years. First, the single mother of three had to rebuild her finances, getting out of debt and improving her credit score. That enabled her to tackle her next project: Building her own home. “At the time it felt like this is going to take…
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Finding Home After Hardship
Read Article: Finding Home After HardshipIt took a friend to tell Alisa she had a problem. The mother of three was working at the Mountain Home School District when a coworker began to notice something was not right in Alisa’s life. Once she figured out what was happening, her message to Alisa was clear; you need to leave your abusive…
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Home for an Expanded Charter School
Read Article: Home for an Expanded Charter SchoolA once-quiet plot in Payette is now a hub of activity as construction begins on Treasure Valley Classical Academy’s new 7–12 campus. This marks an exciting new chapter for the school, offering students a continuous, community-centered education through their high school years. Back in 2019, Idaho Housing and Finance helped TVCA secure its K–6 campus…
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Making Home More Affordable
Read Article: Making Home More AffordableNew apartment complexes are opening across Meridian. However, the opening of the Wood Rose Apartments marked a milestone for the city. The 46 unit community is the first newly built affordable housing in the city in at least twenty years. One of the first people to move in was Damian, who had moved from Hawaii…
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A Solid Foundation for Homeownership
Read Article: A Solid Foundation for HomeownershipBuying a home can seem like a daunting task these days. With high mortgage rates and soaring home values, it’s easy to feel homeownership is out of reach. However, one of Idaho Housing and Finance’s newer programs, Financial Foundations, is designed to help first-time buyers accomplish their financial goals, while increasing their homeownership opportunities. It…
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How to Prepare for Natural Disasters: Protecting Your Home and Family
Read Article: How to Prepare for Natural Disasters: Protecting Your Home and FamilyYour home is likely your largest investment and protecting it from natural disasters should be a priority. While we can’t control when disasters strike, we can control how prepared we are. Here’s your comprehensive guide to safeguarding your property and your loved ones. Common Natural Disasters and Their Impact on Homes Natural disasters can strike…
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