The door to homeownership is closer than you think.
With up to $15,000 in assistance through our Access Home program, getting started doesn't have to hold you back.
Find a lender at ihdamortgage.org.
#BuyAHome #Homebuyer
Housing solutions take partnership. We sat down with Mayor Tom McNamara to discuss how #RockfordIllinois is reinvesting in homes and keeping residents in place. Through efforts like this, IHDA has brought millions in housing resources to support repairs, stability, and long-term affordability.
Springfield has 22 new Permanent Supportive Housing homes — built for stability, second chances, and brighter futures. Grateful for our partners at Heartland Housed who will support residents every step of the way. Welcome to Mason Street Apartments!
A few things about IHDA, and the work we do across Illinois.
#AffordableHousing
From vacant lots to new beginnings—a stronger #Peoria.
We celebrated the ribbon cutting of Churchview Garden Homes, adding 47 new affordable units. Grateful for the partners who made this reinvestment possible. Every Illinoisan deserves a safe, stable home.
#AffordableHousing #CommunityInvestment
The future of housing in Illinois starts with you. Share your thoughts in this short, anonymous 15‑minute survey: https://ilhousingblueprint.org/
We were proud to join #SertomaStarServices and Cook County Board President @tonipreckwinkle.bsky.social to open Hamlin Avenue Apartments in Alsip last week. This new #PSH development adds 25 #affordablehomes with supportive services for adults with disabilities.
IHDA’s Racheal Falzone joined the Rockford Housing Authority’s Women of Influence Symposium, sharing her talent for making complex financial systems feel easy to navigate. Grateful to see women leading big change in housing.
Watch the coverage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-kiVF6nlXc
Final session of CRN’s Community Empowerment Series: Property & Asset Management with Eleazar Vazquez, April 15–16. Learn key skills for managing subsidized housing.
Register: www.chicagorehab.org/training/community-empow...
#CommunityEmpowerment #AffordableHousing
At IHDA, we know that our work is strongest when our partners succeed alongside us. Our two‑day Owner & Agent Conference brought together 160+ housing professionals for collaboration, practical support, and renewed momentum to serve Illinois communities. #IHDA #AffordableHousing #IllinoisHousing
Last day to share your perspective on the 2027–2028 QAP. IHDA’s public survey for the #QualifiedAllocationPlan closes tonight, & your input directly informs the recommendations & priorities we set for the next plan. Take the survey: survey123.arcgis.com/share/9407fe3d8a104f71a1...
Transforming expertise into impact. IHDA and CSH have kicked off the fifth Illinois Supportive Housing Institute, uniting 10 development teams for hands‑on training that drives the expansion of supportive housing statewide. More: https://ow.ly/MYnf50YzW3S
#SupportiveHousing #HousingForAll
Andre Ruddock’s path through IHDA’s Re-entry Program shows the power of stable housing. Now he’s driving change as an outreach leader and advocate. Read about his advocacy: chicago.suntimes.com/2026/03/19/home-for-good...
Today Governor JB Pritzker convened a roundtable in Bloomington‑Normal to discuss housing needs in one of Illinois’ rapidly expanding regions. Read more: gov-pritzker-newsroom.prezly.com/gov-pritzker-convenes-ro...
It's not just saving for a home.
It's saving for everything else too.
IHDA Access Home helps first-time home buyers in Illinois cover those upfront costs with up to $15,000 in assistance.
Making that first step feel more within reach.
Find a lender at ihdamortgage.org.
Proud to be recognized by U.S. Bank as a top HFA helping Illinois families achieve homeownership.
Details: https://ow.ly/KSYH50YxFj9
#IHDA #ILHousing #AffordableHousing
🏀 Make your next homebuying decision a slam dunk.
IHDA Mortgage team is presenting at tomorrow’s HUD‑Approved Home Buyer Education Seminar in Schaumburg.
Get the playbook on mortgages, credit, inspections, down payment help, and more.
Take your shot: https://ow.ly/tquA50YwWQN
The 2027–2028 Qualified Allocation Plan is taking shape, and IHDA wants your voice in the process.
Join us at the Chicago Summit on March 20 to hear proposed updates, ask questions, and help shape Illinois’ next QAP.
Register here: https://www.ihda.org/developers/2027-2028-qap/
Housing affordability goes beyond the front door. Keeping more green at home starts with the everyday choices that shape your energy use. Small changes can help make a home more affordable to maintain over time. Scroll through to see a few practical tips to get started.
#KeeptheGreen #HappyStPats
Housing preserves more than affordability — it preserves culture.
IHDA sat down with José E. López of the Puerto Rican Cultural Center to discuss the history and future of Paseo Boricua and the Nancy Franco-Maldonado Arts Building.
#AffordableHousing #CommunityDevelopment #HumboldtPark
IHDA was proud to join partners as Cook County announced new investments to strengthen food access and housing stability. The $5.8M dedicated to CBRAP will ensure more residents facing eviction can remain safely housed.
#HousingStability #RentalAssistance #CBRAP #EvictionPrevention
IHDA’s new Access Home Program offers assistance equal to 6% of the purchase price, up to $15,000, to help cover down payment or closing costs.
Get started: https://www.ihdamortgage.org/homebuyers?program=1
📍Join us in Springfield tomorrow for a hybrid 2027–2028 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) Summit! We’ll be diving into proposed updates to the QAP and discussing how we can shape the future of affordable housing in Illinois.
Register https://www.ihda.org/developers/2027-2028-qap/
IHDA Executive Director Kristin Faust joined the Mendoza Podcast for a wide‑ranging conversation on affordable housing. Check it out!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/07veqhiqp1ODYAiTtGbqiI
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Proud to celebrate the reopening of the fully rehabbed Brainerd Senior Center. Investing in affordable senior housing strengthens our communities and helps older adults live safely and comfortably. Thanks to all who made this possible!
#AffordableHousing #SeniorHousing #CommunityDevelopment #Chicago
Next Gen helps emerging developers like Takeisha take the next step in their housing development journey. The program delivers training, coaching, and resources with LISC Chicago. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Vytk50YpLgp #NextGen #IllinoisHousing #IHDA
Developers & housing partners: help shape Illinois’ 2027–28 QAP. Join IHDA’s hybrid QAP Summits:
▪️ Mar 11, Springfield, 10 a.m.
▪️ Mar 20, Chicago, 1 p.m.
Share your input through our survey (open thru Mar 31).
More info: https://www.ihda.org/developers/2027-2028-qap/
We’re excited to announce the 2025 IHDA Mortgage Lender & Loan Officer Award winners! More than 5,000 Illinois families became homeowners with our programs last year.
Info: https://ow.ly/bN4650Yn4TG
#Illinois #Housing #Homeownership #IHDA #MortgageAssistance
Where culture and home meet: the Paseo Boricua Arts Building gives artists 24 affordable homes in the heart of Humboldt Park. Eduardo Arocho’s apartment tells the story.
#AffordableHousing #HumboldtPark #PaseoBoricua #IHDA
IHDA is excited to join the Money Matters Institute Home Stretch: Homebuyer Event Part 1 at BUILD Chicago. Reserve your spot today and start your path to homeownership: chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/mmi-home-stretch-...
#BuyAHome #AffordableHousing #Illinois
