Decline in Section 502 Utilization in FY 2026
There was a significant decline in Section 502 loans in FY 2026
REPORT: “Rural Housing Funds Languish”
USDA’s Rural Development agency is falling behind on rural housing spending for multifamily homes.
NEWS: $230 million in federal rural housing funds set to expire this week
Experts blame administrative modifications the department made to how the program was administered in February — changes that the National Rural Housing Coalition warned at the time could “significantly reduce the likelihood” of spending the full amount before the end of the fiscal year.
NRHC Celebrates Passage of the 21st Century Road to Housing Act
A major victory for rural communities and families struggling with housing affordability.
Affordable Housing Finance: Collishaw Places Purpose Over Prestige
Tom Collishaw’s journey proves real impact in rural housing comes when you put purpose first.
Introducing NRHC’s “Stories” Portal
Today we’re excited to unveil NRHC’s new Stories portal – dynamic platform built to elevate the voices, experiences, and successes of rural housing and community development across the country.
National Homeownership Month is here!
Homeowners building their homes and building sweat equity at Chip Housing’s Orlando Park Estates.
Senate Appropriations and Section 502 Loans
S.2131, the Senate’s Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture Appropriations Bill includes provisions that reduce Section 502 loan funds by $400 million and raise the minimum interest rate from 1 to 2 percent. Attached please is a letter to the Senate opposing both and urging the Senate to restore the 1 percent loan and increase the program […]