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Insights for affordable housing developers and nonprofit organizations that want to thrive
As part of our consulting services for our nonprofit, government and business clients, we share research, articles and resources about the challenges and trends in affordable housing and community services today. It is our hope that our take on these issues will give you new ideas and inspire you to continue making a difference in your community.
Rural Development Program Funding – FY2019
2019 USDA Rural Development Funding Levels: $1 Billion for 502 Direct Home Loans - 502 Direct helps poor families in underserved rural communities become homeowners by providing affordable loans for home purchase. This is $100,000 less than 2018 levels but in line...
Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency Offers Special Interest Rates for Teachers, Law Enforcement and Firefighters
Eligible teachers, law enforcement officers, and firefighters in Oklahoma can receive a .25 percent lower interest rate when purchasing a home with the OHFA Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance program. As a way to thank law enforcement officers, teachers and firefighters...
City of Tulsa Seeks HUD Consulting Services for 5-yr Consolidated Plan, Annual Plan and AI for Fair Housing
The City of Tulsa is accepting professional services proposals for the HUD Five-Year Consolidated Plan, First-Year Annual Plan, and Analysis of Impediments for Fair Housing Choice. Complete and submit your proposal according to the instructions given in the...
City Seeks Consultant to Update Downtown Housing Study
February 6, 2019 - Mayor G. T. Bynum announced the City of Tulsa is accepting proposals to develop a comprehensive housing market demand study and recommend a strategy for its downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. The study will also update the 2010 Downtown Housing...
Data: Where is it? Attend a FREE workshop 2/14 or 2/19
Join the Oklahoma Department of Commerce for one of two workshops on RFPs. The events will be held in Afton in NE Oklahoma on February 14 and Guymon in NW Oklahoma on February 19. The RFP workshop is a 2-hour hands-on presentation and workshop that helps Economic...