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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 20h

With financial support from PHFA, this historic school has been reborn as affordable housing for youths aging out of foster care, offering stability, opportunity and a fresh start. Well done, Allegheny County Housing Authority! Read more: www.housingfinance.com/developments...

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Giving Old Schools a New Mission

Many communities are seeing their vacant, and sometimes historic, school buildings brought back to life as housing. | See five former schools being reimagined as affordable housing.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 20h

Vacant schools across the country are finding new purpose as much‑needed housing. Affordable Housing Finance spotlights several transformations, including the Calvin Anderson Schoolhouse Apartments at St. Colman in Turtle Creek, Allegheny County.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 02/10/2026

PHFA is proud to have provided Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to help support the newly opened Compassion Senior Living community in West Philadelphia, a 38‑unit affordable housing development created by The Church of Christian Compassion. www.inquirer.com/real-estate/...

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Seniors asked their pastor for help finding affordable homes. So their West Philly church built apartments.

The Church of Christian Compassion opened a 38-unit, income-based apartment building in Cobbs Creek.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 01/10/2026

🟢 PHFA’s award of $25 million in HOME‑ARP funding to expand critical housing resources 🟡 Additional updates on programs, funding opportunities and agency news View it and all past issues at www.phfa.org/news/newslet...

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PHFA Newsletter Page

Subscribe to the PHFA Developments or the Around the House newsletters to get up to date information on what is happening at PHFA and helpful tips for homeowners. Contact us with any housing related…

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 01/10/2026

The September 2026 issue of Developments is now live on our website! This month’s stories include: 🔴 A new RFP for PHARE funding to strengthen local housing initiatives 🔵 An RFP to support mixed‑use development projects across Pennsylvania

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PHFA Newsletter Page

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 30/09/2026

in the next decade. 👉 Federally supported units exist in every county 👉 One‑third face expiring affordability restrictions within 10 years Read more: www.phfa.org/news/pressre... View the report (PDF): www.phfa.org/forms/housin...

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Press Releases | PHFA Housing News

PHFA news for press releases

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 30/09/2026

We’ve released a new report with the Housing Initiative at Penn: “Understanding & Preserving Federally Supported Housing in PA.” It shows how federal funds support 180,000+ affordable rental units statewide and that a third of these properties face expiring affordability in the next decade.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 29/09/2026

Homeownership professionals: Ready to sharpen your PHFA Knowledge? This October, we have a lineup of specialized webinars designed to help you work smarter, strengthen your PHFA knowledge and make the lending process easier. Pick your sessions: www.phfa.org/hop/

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 28/09/2026

Congratulations to ACTION-Housing, Inc. , Beacon Communities LLC (thanks for this picture!) and The Church of Christian Compassion. Across the Commonwealth, PHFA is working to ensure more Pennsylvanians have access to stable, affordable housing.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 28/09/2026

Last week was worth celebrating. In Pittsburgh, two developments, Uptown Flats and The Standard on Fifth, officially opened, while 120 Cecil Place, Tessera, and the May Building advanced toward completion. In Philadelphia, we marked the opening of Compassion Senior Living.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 25/09/2026

A hint of fall means winter’s not far! Need to fix your furnace or replace drafty windows? PHFA’s HEELP program offers a 1% fixed-rate loan for eligible energy‑efficiency home repairs. Learn more: www.phfa.org/programs/hee...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 24/09/2026

Last week PHFA's Housing Management team held an Agent Compliance Training at our office in Harrisburg. An excellent crowd heard updates on housing management policies and procedures. Thank you to everyone who attended! Be on the lookout for future training opportunities!

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 22/09/2026

Apply: PHARE RFP: www.phfa.org/legislation/... PHARE app: phare.phfa.org/Login/Login.... CRFP RFP: www.phfa.org/mhp/develope... CRFP app: crfp.phfa.org

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 22/09/2026

PHFA is now accepting RFPs for two major funding opportunities: ▪️ PHARE: $95M+ for affordable housing & community initiatives (due Nov 19, 2 p.m.) ▪️ CRFP: grants for mixed‑use construction/rehab (due Oct 30, 2 p.m.)

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 21/09/2026

Joanna Jaeger was tired of renting. She and her boyfriend dreamed of living close to great restaurants, public transit and a dog park. Thanks to a mortgage and downpayment assistance, both from PHFA, Joanna made that dream a reality and bought her first home in South Philadelphia.

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She put in an offer on a ‘granny special’ in South Philly before her partner set foot inside | How I Bought This House

Two restaurant workers initially focused on newly renovated houses only.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 18/09/2026

Woods System of Care recently celebrated the groundbreaking of Barry R. Sharer Pavilion, a 42-unit affordable housing development in Bucks County. PHFA provided financial assistance to help create this community that will serve individuals and families. www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 17/09/2026

PHFA is hiring and we’re looking for passionate people who want to make a real impact in communities across Pennsylvania! Explore open positions and apply today at phfa.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/PHFA

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 16/09/2026

The blighted stone building that was once Rudolph Walton Elementary in Philadelphia is set to be revitalized into a 50-unit affordable housing development. PHFA-provided Low-Income Housing Tax Credits are helping fuel the renovation of this building. whyy.org/articles/str...

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Historic school building in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion will become senior housing

The $34 million project will repurpose the historic property through a partnership with the Philadelphia Housing Authority.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 15/09/2026

Dreaming of owning a home but worried about today’s mortgage rates? Don’t count yourself out! PHFA is here to open the door to homeownership, offering below‑market interest rates and downpayment and closing cost assistance loans. Learn more: www.phfa.org/homebuyers/

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 14/09/2026

From expanding affordable housing opportunities to supporting community revitalization, PHARE investments help make a meaningful difference for Pennsylvanians. RFP: www.phfa.org/legislation/... Application: phare.phfa.org/Login/Login....

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 14/09/2026

PHFA is now accepting RFPs through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement program aimed to expand access to affordable housing and support housing-related initiatives in communities across PA. The deadline to submit applications is 2 p.m., Nov. 19.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 11/09/2026

Lonely is a portrayal of the challenges seniors face, particularly with aging and isolation. Residents appeared in background of one scene and even made the credits. Learn more about the film here: lonelyfeaturefilm.com.

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Lonely Landing Page

Landing Page for feature film Lonely

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 11/09/2026

PHFA staffers Danielle Rudy (left) and Lisa Scott recently had the opportunity to attend the showcase of Lonely, a new movie featuring Paxton Place residents! Paxton Place, located in Harrisburg, provides 37 units of affordable housing for adults aged 62+.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 09/09/2026

PHFA is seeking Request for Proposals for new construction, or rehabilitation, of mixed-use development projects seeking financial support. The deadline for proposal submission is 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. RFP: www.phfa.org/mhp/develope.... Application: crfp.phfa.org.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 08/09/2026

Preserving affordable housing is just as important as creating new options. Congratulations to Spanish American Civic Association (SACA) on its revitalization of Lancaster’s Apartments at General Cigar Place. www.wgal.com/article/lanc...

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30 new apartments | General Cigar Place renovation marks progress amid Lancaster housing shortage

Thirty newly renovated units at the Apartments at General Cigar Place in Lancaster City were unveiled on Thursday.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 07/09/2026

Reminder: All PHFA offices and our Customer Solutions Center are closed today in honor of Labor Day. We'll reopen tomorrow at 8 a.m. We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday!

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 05/09/2026

PHFA is excited to sponsor this year’s Kipona fireworks, lighting up the sky over Harrisburg's beautiful riverfront. Join us all weekend for the festival fun but don’t miss Sunday evening’s fireworks show! Find a full schedule at harrisburgpa.gov/events/kipon.... See you at Kipona! 🎆✨

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 04/09/2026

Please note all PHFA offices and our Customer Solutions Center will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day. We'll reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 03/09/2026

Westmoreland County Housing Authority has begun construction on Willowbrook Commons, a 50-unit affordable housing development for seniors in Rostraver. PHFA funding, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, is aiding development of this community. triblive.com/local/westmo...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 02/09/2026

PHFA-provided PHARE grants are helping Housing and Redevelopment Authorities of the County Of Butler address eviction prevention and combat blight and expand affordable housing. www.butlereagle.com/20260821/but...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 01/09/2026

We are proud to release our Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Fund Semi-Annual Progress and Impact Report. This report provides a snapshot of projects awarded, organization funding progress and program impact numbers. 📄 www.phfa.org/legislation/...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 31/08/2026

PHFA is seeking RFPs for new construction, or rehabilitation, of mixed-use development projects seeking financial support via our Community Revitalization Fund Program. Deadline: 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 RFP: www.phfa.org/mhp/develope... Application: crfp.phfa.org

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 28/08/2026

Backed by PHFA-provided Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, a new Philadelphia Housing Authority development will bring 129 affordable rental units to the Temple University area in Philadelphia. whyy.org/articles/apa...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 27/08/2026

She was joined by The Michaels Organization's Jonathan Lubonski, Project HOME's Donna Bullock, and City of Philadelphia's Jessie Lawrence to discuss opportunities to advance Philadelphia's next wave of affordable housing.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 27/08/2026

Last Tuesday PHFA Executive Director and CEO Robin Wiessmann had the honor to speak at Bisnow's Philadelphia Affordable Housing Conference.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 26/08/2026

Funds from winning bids will help create or renovate an estimated 400 affordable rental units across the commonwealth.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 26/08/2026

We’re looking for companies, organizations, or individuals aiming to reduce income tax liability to bid on $10 million in PA Affordable Housing Tax Credits. 📆 Bids due: 2 p.m., Friday, August 28 🔗 Details: www.phfa.org/mhp/develope... (scroll down for the Affordable Housing Tax Credit)

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 25/08/2026

Today we have released the first-ever PHARE Semi-Annual Progress and Impact Report. This report provides a real-time snapshot of projects awarded, organization funding progress and program impact numbers. 📄 www.phfa.org/news/pressre...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 24/08/2026

🏃‍♂️ HELP GET OVER THE DOWNPAYMENT HURDLE 🏃‍♂️ Our K-FIT product is a FORGIVABLE second loan that provides homebuyers downpayment and closing cost assistance. It helps make #homeownerhsip more affordable! Learn more at www.phfa.org/homebuyers/.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 21/08/2026

They recently held a tea and luncheon so the entire agency could come together and celebrate the beauty they bring to PHFA’s office. They even provided all the items to paint flower pots! Thank you to our Garden Club members! 🌹

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 21/08/2026

🌻 We’re blooming with gratitude for PHFA’s Garden Club! 🌱 Our Garden Club is a team of PHFA staff who volunteer to beautify our building and brighten our spaces with plants and flowers.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 20/08/2026

PHFA's 2025 Annual Report is now available! The report features four customer testimonials, an interactive map which illustrates the dollar amounts and locations of housing investments across Pennsylvania by county, quarterly highlights and more. 🔗 annualreport.phfa.org/2025-report/

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 19/08/2026

These projects both received $100,000 through the PHFA's Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement program and are excellent examples of how to expand affordable housing by reusing existing buildings and reclaiming vacant land. www.mcall.com/2026/08/13/t...

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These 2 projects show how nonprofits are rethinking affordable housing in Allentown

Two affordable housing projects are utilizing $100,000 state grants to tackle the housing crisis in the Lehigh Valley.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 18/08/2026

An estimated 5.7% of PA households lack air conditioning. Don’t put up with a hot house: PHFA’s Homeowners Energy Efficiency Loan Program can be used to install (or repair) HVAC systems and offers loans between $1,000 and $10,000 at a fixed rate of 1%. www.phfa.org/programs/rep...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 17/08/2026

Congratulations to LEVEL for completing the renovation of five once-vacant McKees Rocks homes. A $350,000 PHFA-provided PHARE grant helped transform these homes and create this homeownership opportunity for low- and moderate-income homebuyers. www.wesanews.org/development-...

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Pittsburgh-area officials, residents celebrate newly renovated homes in McKees Rocks

The homes were rehabbed by McKees Rocks-based nonprofit LEVEL: Equity Building, a nonprofit working to help low- and moderate-income homebuyers.

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 14/08/2026

We are extending our Affordable Housing Tax Credit bid deadline to 2 p.m., Friday, August 28! 📆 Bids due: 2 p.m., Friday, August 28 🔗 Details: www.phfa.org/mhp/develope... (scroll down for the Affordable Housing Tax Credit)

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 14/08/2026

The public comment deadline for PHFA’s draft Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) for 2027/28's Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program cycle is 4 p.m. Friday (August 14). We’d love your feedback! 📄 Review the draft QAP. www.phfa.org/mhp/ (listed under News and Awards, 2026)

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 12/08/2026

Join ABLE National Resource Center and Holly Zugay, PHFA’s senior financial education officer, TOMORROW to learn how to make your ABLE dollars work for you! This is a free! webinar. 🗓 When: 12-1 p.m., Thursday, August 13 🔗 Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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PA Housing Finance Agency @phfa.org · 11/08/2026

The 2025 PHFA Annual Report is now available! The interactive annual report, titled “Bringing People Home,” showcases PHFA’s programs. It features customer testimonials, an interactive map, quarterly highlights and more. Check it out at annualreport.phfa.org/2025-report/.

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