Homeless & Crisis Assistance
Donovan Awards Almost $5.5 Million To Jump-Start Affordable Housing Construction In Alaska
July 30, 2009 Posted by Alaska RealEstateRama
Recovery Act funding to stimulate the production of affordable units stalled by recession. July 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan Tuesday awarded $5,490,631 to jump start affordable housing programs in Alaska that are currently stalled due to the current economic recession. Funded through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act), HUD’s new Tax Credit Assistance Program (TCAP) will allow the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation to resume funding of affordable rental housing projects across the state while stimulating employment in the construction trades.
Obama Administration Awards Almost $3.5 Million In Homeless Grants To 21 Local Housing & Service Programs In Alaska
March 2, 2009 Posted by HUD
WASHINGTON - March 02, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan today announced the Obama Administration is awarding $3,467,115 in grants to Alaska organizations to offer homeless individuals and families a wide range of housing and support services
HUD and Alaska Housing Finance Corporation agree to increase accessible housing
October 22, 2008 Posted by HUD
WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 22, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) today signed an agreement that will create more housing for persons with disabilities. As part of the Voluntary Compliance Agreement announced today, AHFC agreed to make five percent of its housing stock fully accessible.
HUD introduces new financing program to expand affordable housing in Indian and Alaska native regions
October 10, 2008 Posted by HUD
Office of Native American Housing offering free workshops to clarify process, answer questions
WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 10, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced a new program today that will allow Indian tribes and Alaska Native Regional Corporations to issue bonds and secure loans to finance affordable housing opportunities for […]
Home Energy Rebate Program Kicks Off Today
May 30, 2008 Posted by Alaska RealEstateRama
Anchorage, Friday, May 16, 2008 - Effective today, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation will reimburse homeowners for energy ratings done on their homes, up to $500 per home. Ratings are a prerequisite for Alaskans who wish to participate in the state’s revitalized home energy rebate program.
AHFC Announces Energy Cost Relief for Alaskans, $300 Million for Weatherization and Energy Rebates, Second Loan Program
May 5, 2008 Posted by Alaska RealEstateRama
Anchorage, Friday, May 02, 2008 – Alaskans soon will have access to a well funded, multi-million dollar state weatherization program and to an equally well funded home energy rebate program, according to Dan Fauske, CEO/Executive Director of Alaska Housing Finance Corporation.
AHFC Awards $34.5 Million to Generate $62.7 Million of New and Upgraded Housing
April 15, 2008 Posted by Alaska RealEstateRama
Anchorage, Thursday, April 03, 2008 – Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) on March 27 awarded $34.5 million in grants and federal tax credits to communities across the state, which will generate $62.7 million in new housing for Alaskans. The $34.5 million from AHFC will be combined with $28.2 million in loans, sponsor contributions and grants from other agencies and foundations to fund both new construction and renovation.
