Greetings,
Apple picking, corn mazes and roads packed with leaf peepers — yes, it's fall in New Hampshire! While the summer's good weather has extended into October, we know winter will bring us indoors and with it, there will be housing challenges for many people.
Local CAP agencies are good resources for those experiencing housing insecurity. They received federal CARES Act funds to provide housing assistance to NH renters and landlords impacted by COVID-19.
We're taking a look at how local development impacts housing, tax rates, and land use and value in a series of webinars by Joe Minicozzi of Urban3. These impacts can vary widely from one end of town to the other, often in surprising ways. Minicozzi's firm analyzed 15 communities around the state (as well as Manchester in 2018). Check the event schedule and register for any of the free presentations.
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Our Fall Housing Market Report
Eight months into the COVID-19 pandemic, New Hampshire's housing market is showing some interesting trends: inventory is still low, prices are up, and very low interest rates are driving buyers. Also in this edition, economist Russ Thibeault and UNH researcher Kristine Bundschuh examine the Granite State's changing demographics and migration trends.
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A new NHPBS documentary by Jay Childs, in partnership with Peter Francese and Lorraine Stuart Merrill, explores the economic and social realities of workforce shortages in our state -- one of the oldest states in terms of median age. It examines what is needed to make the state welcoming to young people, families and essential workers. Communities & Consequences II follows up on its namesake documentary after 10 years with the film, a book and community conversations. Learn more and check airdates at NHPBS.org.
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Federal housing policies in the '40s and '50s and how their segregation mandate undermined the ability of Black families to own homes and build wealth was the subject of Richard Rothstein's recent webinar and book, The Color of Law. This event was presented by the Center for Ethics in Business & Governance at Saint Anselm College.
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Taxes, Land Use & Land Value in
15 NH Communities - 10/15 Webinar
Join us for a free, highly visual virtual presentation by Joe Minicozzi of Urban3 that focuses on his analysis of taxes, land use and value in 15 communities across the state.
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"Having housing assistance has been a factor in my life that my family and I are incredibly thankful for. Since my mother's cancer diagnosis, the anxiety of not being able to afford a decent place to live would be running through my head... [now] I am able to focus on my life and educational career."
In her scholarship application, Corrine wrote a compelling essay about how important housing assistance has been for her family. The Epsom resident was awarded a $2,500 scholarship from the New Hampshire Housing Authorities Corp. These grants are available to current recipients of housing assistance from a New Hampshire housing authority. Corrine is a freshman at the University of New England, studying to be a teacher.
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Home Flex Purchase Rehab - More Options for Borrowers
Our Purchase Rehab programs feature up to $35,000 in cash to help with upgrades and improvements. Click here for details.
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New Rate for Home Flex Plus 4% Cash Assistance
Our new 4% Cash Assistance Program has dropped. Your borrower with a $200,000 loan amount can receive $8,000 in cash along with a fantastic rate!
*Rate subject to change at any time.
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AHEAD's newest workshop offers help in creating a holiday budget and ways to save money during the holiday season.
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No-Fee Homebuyer Tax Credit (MCC) Extended Until 12/31
To encourage eligible borrowers to take advantage of the Homebuyer Tax Credit (MCC) program, we are waiving the issuance fee though 12/31/20 when the tax credit is combined with a New Hampshire Housing first mortgage.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for
Goddard Block Apartments in Claremont
Originally built in 1936, Goddard Block is a historic three-story brick building in downtown Claremont. The building was rehabilitated and now provides 36 residential units and 2 commercial spaces. The developer, New England Family Housing, is accepting rental applications for its studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments.
New Hampshire Housing provided funding for Goddard Block through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, FHA Risk Sharing and HOME program, all of which are important federal funding sources for creating affordable housing in the state and nationally.
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New Hampshire Housing Administers $15 Million Shelter Modification Program
Providers can use the grant funds for building modifications and operating costs to enable shelters to meet CDC guidelines to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. All projects must be completed by the end of 2020. We are working with Housing Action NH on grant outreach.
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New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority | P.O. Box 5087, Manchester, NH 03108
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About New Hampshire Housing: As a self-supporting public corporation, New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority promotes, finances and supports affordable housing. NHHFA operates a number of rental and homeownership programs designed to assist low- and moderate-income persons with obtaining affordable housing. Since its inception, NHHFA has helped more than 50,000 families purchase their own homes and has been instrumental in financing the creation of 15,000 multi-family housing units.
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