Events

This webinar will explore strategies for identifying, leveraging, and mobilizing the strengths, resources, and opportunities that exist within communities. Participants will learn how to engage residents, local organizations, and other stakeholders in mapping physical, social, economic, and cultural assets. The session will highlight best practices for using community-based asset mapping to inform planning, foster collaboration, […]

Explore how FHFC’s 1 percent Predevelopment Loan Program can help your organization fund planning activities and build long-term capacity for development. The Program is open to nonprofits, local governments and PHAs.  Attendees will learn about the application process.  The webinar will review approval process, the development plan and how the loan is secured. Attendees will […]

Join us for an introductory webinar covering the SHIP program’s core elements, including income eligibility, LHAP development, and AHAC requirements. Learn the fundamental responsibilities involved with providing housing assistance. This session is designed to equip SHIP administrators with foundational knowledge and practical tools to strengthen program delivery.

This session walks through a year-round timeline of SHIP responsibilities, addressing activities that occur year-round, along with seasonal tasks.  The presenters will review the sections of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) and offer guidance on implementing LHAP strategies. Participants will gain insights into effective tracking, reporting, fiscal management, and compliance practices.

LOCATION: Tampa Law Center 1700 N Tampa Street Tampa, FL  33602 Classroom 136 This advanced workshop is designed for SHIP administrators with five or more years of experience who are seeking to deepen their understanding of SHIP implementation, enhance program efficiency, and address complex compliance challenges. The session will focus on advanced topics such as […]

Property tax policy can have a major impact on housing affordability. Whether you are looking at project feasibility for an affordable multifamily rental project, the monthly mortgage payment for a low-income homeowner, or trying to encourage market rate properties to lower their rents in exchange for an incentive or two, property tax policy can play […]

Selecting a site is challenging and a high-flood risk location can pose added costs to developers, property owners and residents. The Florida Housing Coalition’s new Resilient Guided Growth approach will help affordable housing developers understand and quickly identify current and future flood risks and environmental hazards that can impact development, long-term safety, and affordability. The […]

This session demystifies how 4 percent tax credits and tax-exempt bonds can be used to finance affordable rental housing. Learn how to layer FHFC funding sources and structure your capital stack effectively. The webinar will examine how developers combine tax exempt bonds with other FHFC and local funding to develop affordable housing. The webinar will […]

This webinar offers housing professionals valuable insights into effective strategies for supporting first-time buyers.  Presenters will include experienced housing counselors that will highlight proven approaches to delivering homebuyer education, personalized counseling techniques, and tools to help clients navigate the homebuying process successfully. Participants will learn how to address common challenges first-time buyers face, strengthen financial […]

LOCATION: Lake County Agricultural Center, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares, FL 32778 SHIP funds must be expended for homeownership activities, and homebuyer assistance is one of the most common strategies employed by local governments to meet the homeownership set aside requirement. This workshop is for SHIP local government housing staff and their community partners interested in […]

Housing challenges aren’t unique to cities—rural and smaller communities across Florida face many of the same issues, including the need to build resiliently, preserve existing affordable homes, coordinate limited resources, and foster collaboration among local stakeholders. This training offers a broad look at rural housing policy beyond SHIP-related efforts. Presenters will walk through the full […]

This training will focus on the occasional necessity for a nonprofit developer to find a for-profit development partner. The presenters will address what benefits partners bring, including some that bring the experience required for Florida Housing applications.  Participants will learn about options for partnership with either a nonprofit or for-profit entity with development experience and […]

Accessory homes, also called accessory dwelling units, granny flats, mother-in-law suites, and carriage houses, can be a tool for affordable housing and is a housing type supported by the Florida Legislature.  Learn how local governments can ease barriers to accessory home development, including increasing home options in existing neighborhoods and for lower-income homeowners, renters, and […]

In this webinar, participants will gain insights into best practices for building effective partnerships with community organizations, small and corporate businesses, and other stakeholders. By leveraging these partnerships, participants will discover ways to supplement affordable housing development with community driven partnerships that contribute to neighborhood revitalization. This training will showcase practitioners who will provide successful […]

This training will discuss the options for providing SHIP assistance, from offering grants and deferred loans to direct loans that must be repaid in monthly installments.  Learn what is involved in establishing and recording the agreement.

Not In My Backyard Syndrome (NIMBYism) connotes objections to new housing development made for reasons such as fear and prejudice. Even with the extreme need for more affordable housing, NIMBYism is still all-too common in parts of our state. This training webinar will explore ways the affordable housing ecosystem can dispel NIMBY opposition to affordable […]

This session explores practical strategies to accelerate the delivery of essential housing repairs, as well as demolition and home replacement projects. Participants will learn how to streamline procurement, inspections, and project management to reduce delays and administrative burdens. The training will also highlight how demolition/reconstruction can be an effective strategy to better serve households in […]