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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]