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DOL Raises Multiple Davis-Bacon Wage Threshold to $3.3M
On August 15, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published All-Agency Memorandum No. 251 updating the multiple Davis-Bacon wage determination threshold from $2.5 million to $3.3 million or 20% of the total project cost. Why This Matters: The higher threshold amount will allow more projects to use a single wage determination, thereby streamlining processes […]
HUD Publishes Lists of Approved Q4 2024 and Q1 2025 Regulatory Waivers
HUD published the summaries of all regulatory waivers granted by HUD.
Trump Administration Policies on Civil Rights, Fair Housing Protections
The Trump administration is rolling back civil rights protections, defunding fair housing enforcement, and reshaping how cities address discrimination, safety, and access to affordable housing.
FHL Bank Atlanta Announces $11.7 Million Available through Multifamily Housing Bridge Fund
With up to $500,000 available per project to close funding gaps and help bring affordable housing projects to life, the program is designed to help support commercial and mixed-use projects for households with 80% or less of Area Median income. Funds will be distributed on a first come, first served basis with applications becoming available […]
New Jersey Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency Upcoming Fall Nine Percent Tax Credit Round Reminders
Applications for the Fall Nine Percent Tax Credit Round are due by 12 p.m. on Sept. 2, 2025
North Dakota Housing Finance Agency NSPIRE Training Oct. 7
NSPIRE training on Oct. 7, 2025 at the Quality Inn in Bismarck, ND.
Ohio Housing Finance Agency In-Depth Training on LIHTC Compliance Sept. 23-24
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) is proud to sponsor a Conquering LIHTC Compliance (with Optional A.C.E Exam) training. U.S. Housing Consultants’ Housing Compliance Trainer Randy McCall will delve deep into the LIHTC laws and regulations, while also providing real-world examples with practical application.
HUD Publishes FY 2026 FMRs
HUD published the FY 2026 Fair Market Rents (FMRs), as well as the methodology.
New Report by MetroSight Shows Regulation Increases Rent Costs
A new follow-up study conducted by economists from MetroSight—sponsored by the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) and the National Apartment Association (NAA)—shows that some housing regulations increase the cost of rent, particularly for lower-income renters and those renting from small multifamily properties.
2026 Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Rate Published
HUD Offices of Multifamily Housing Programs, Public and Indian Housing, and Community Planning and Development, published the 2026 Annual Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Rate effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Frank Cassidy Nominated as FHA Commissioner
Earlier this month, President Trump nominated Acting Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Commissioner Frank Cassidy to officially serve in this role.
Kentucky Housing Corporation Reminder: Multifamily Nine Percent LIHTC Application Due Date
Applications for the 2026 competitive nine percent LIHTC funding round are due by 12 noon ET Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025.