Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation

🏘️ As the only de-duplicated source of address-level data for nearly 80,000 federally assisted rental properties and five million homes in the U.S., the National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD) can keep families stably housed and neighborhoods strong by equipping users with the data they need to preserve affordable housing. In the next five years, 374,497 U.S. homes could lose their affordability restrictions. Communities need to act to create and preserve affordable housing. The right data can equip advocates, government agencies, community development organizations, financial partners, legal aid organizations, researchers, and tenants to intervene and preserve affordable homes in their communities. Curious about specific use cases? Check out these examples to learn more about how organizations are using the NHPD: 🔹Utah quantified how many homes had upcoming affordability restriction expirations to justify the allocation of $60 million dollars to build and preserve affordable homes in 2022. 🔹The U.S. Department of Transportation considers proximity to federally assisted properties when scoring applications for the New Starts Capital Investment Grants Program to promote new public transit investments in areas with affordable homes. 🔹Fannie Mae evaluated the number of federally assisted homes by funding source when developing their Duty to Serve plan. 🔹The City of Norfolk, VA quantified the number of rental homes by affordability level to inform their Strategic Housing Plan Update. 🔹The Kentucky Housing Corporation estimates how much affordable homes are in each county to promote the development of affordable housing in underserved areas when scoring LIHTC applications. Register for the NHPD today: https://hubs.la/Q0316h630 #HAIGroup #HAIGroupResearch #PAHRC #PublicHousing #AffordableHousing #Data #Research #NHPD #Preservation

Winter weather has officially arrived in many parts of the country, bringing freezing temperatures, snow, and icy conditions. Is your housing organization prepared? ❄️ Check out the HAI Group Blog for essential tips on keeping your properties, staff, and residents safe this season. From proactive maintenance to effective communication strategies, we've got you covered. Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q03119jY0 #WinterWeather #HousingSafety #WinterPreparation #PropertyManagement #ColdWeatherTips #HAIGroup

💡 If you are considering repositioning your public housing to another funding stream, consider the following: 🔹 Funding: Section 18 conversions often offer the most generous funding terms, with higher rent levels and access to public housing phase-down funds. 🔹 Program Rules: The Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program provides strong tenant protections, making it easier to secure resident buy-in. 🔹 Eligibility: Factors like disposition requirements, property conditions, and the presence of a voucher program all shape the conversion process. 🔹 Resident Needs: Tenant approval may be required for some repositioning options. Prioritize minimizing displacement and maintaining access to essential resident services. 🔹 Local Priorities: Community needs and local priorities can guide the choice of conversion type to ensure alignment with regional goals. 🔹 Location: The property's location significantly impacts its ability to serve residents. Consider whether to reinvest in the same neighborhood or build in high-opportunity areas. 👉 Explore more insights on public housing repositioning in PAHRC’s 2022 report: https://hubs.la/Q030_Cfv0 #Research #Data #PublicHousing #Repositioning #PAHRC #HAIGroup

As we look back on 2024, I am incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by every member of the HAI Group team. This year, we’ve reached important milestones while staying true to our core values and making a real difference in the communities we serve. Thank you for being part of this journey!   Here are a few highlights from 2024, showcasing our continued commitment to excellence across multiple areas: ◾️𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 in Connecticut and the nation, with national recognition from USA Today. This honor reflects our strong culture and employee satisfaction. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eC_C7HvG ◾️𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 OneShield to enhance and modernize our insurance and billing technology. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eh7ZK6Uv ◾️𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐌 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝, maintaining a Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of ‘a+’ (Excellent), highlighting the stability and reliability of our operations. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/edzcpb_G ◾️𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐝 $120,000 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 to 20 public housing students across the country through our annual HAI Group Scholarship Program, which has now provided over $1.8 million in scholarships to public housing residents over the last 21 years, empowering the next generation of leaders. ◾️𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 $2 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 to housing agencies nationwide for a variety of safety and risk-related projects, including cybersecurity resiliency updates, as part of our annual Loss Prevention Fund. ◾️𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝  from the Retirement Advisor Council, recognizing HAI Group’s commitment to fostering a culture of financial wellness and encouraging employees to make healthy financial decisions for themselves and their families. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eGmb6Z8d   I am immensely proud of the collective efforts of our team. Thank you for your continued commitment to excellence in delivering reliable insurance solutions to the affordable housing community. Here's to a 2025 filled with growth, impact, and continued success!   #HAIGroup #2024Achievements #Gratitude #GivingBack #AffordableHousing #PublicHousing

🏠 The loss of affordable housing is impacting communities nationwide, forcing many properties to convert to market rate and leaving residents vulnerable to drastic rent increases. A recent article from Fortune shares the story of one resident facing a shocking 200% rent hike after their building lost its affordability protections. Backed by data from the National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD), the article highlights the growing risk as hundreds of thousands of affordable homes face expiring protections in the coming years. The NHPD provides the only comprehensive, de-duplicated source of address-level data on nearly 80,000 federally assisted rental properties and over 5 million homes across the U.S. This data enables advocates, agencies, community groups, financial partners, and tenants to take critical action to preserve affordable housing. 🏡 Explore the full article to understand the challenges residents face when affordable housing protections expire and learn about federal programs that support affordability: https://lnkd.in/e78a6wFa #LIHTC #AffordableHousing #HousingPreservation #NationalHousingPreservationDatabase #Data #CommunityImpact #PAHRC #HAIGroup

🎉 As the 2024 calendar year ends, we’re reflecting on an incredible journey and extending heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported PAHRC. 🏡 Highlights from 2024: 📖 We released three key reports: • PHA Pathways to Advancing Equity • The National Risk Index and Racial Equity for Renters • Picture of Preservation 2024 🌟 This year also offered numerous opportunities for growth. We participated in several conferences, connecting with experts, advocates, and policymakers all working toward the same goal: making affordable housing accessible to all. 🎊 Your engagement—whether through reading, sharing, or collaborating—fuels our mission. Thank you for being part of this vital work! 💡 Looking ahead to 2025, we’re excited to deepen these conversations and drive solutions to the affordable housing crisis. Together, we can make a difference! #AffordableHousing #PAHRC #HAIGroup #Research #2024 #YearInReview

❓ Interested in learning how your PHA can foster equitable outcomes for residents from underserved and underrepresented communities? 🟰 🏡 Our Pathways to Advancing Equity webinar dives deep into the significance of promoting equity, the challenges PHAs may face, and actionable policies, programs, and practices that can drive meaningful change. 🌟 📢 Missed the live session? Don't worry! You can still catch the full recording and gain valuable insights: https://lnkd.in/gKnBRj6F #Equity #Research #PHAPathwaysToAdvanceEquity #Webinar #PAHRC #HAIGroup

Congress has not adequately funded the Public Housing Capital Fund for many years, leading to an approximate $70 billion backlog in capital needs for public housing nationwide. This includes critical maintenance and repairs for site systems, building architecture, mechanical and electrical systems, and in-unit updates. 🛠️ 🔍 Factors increasing capital needs per unit include: 🔹 Large PHAs: Agencies with more than 6,600 units face higher capital needs. 🔹 Family Developments: These types of properties typically require more resources. 🔹 Properties in the West: Western locations tend to have greater needs. 🔹 Row/Townhouse Properties: These property types often incur higher costs. 🏠 Key Cost Drivers: The primary cost drivers for capital needs are systems within units, including windows, kitchens, and bathrooms. 🪟🍽️🚿 👉 To learn more about public housing and its capital needs, check out PAHRC's 2022 report, "Beyond Public Housing: How Public Housing Authorities Are Transforming the Way They Preserve and Expand Their Housing Stock": https://lnkd.in/e-HChmzG #Research #Data #PublicHousing #CapitalNeeds #PAHRC #HAIGroup #AffordableHousing 📊🏘️

Small public housing authorities often face resource constraints that make implementing their vision for their properties difficult. 🏡✨ 📚 In our latest report, "Public Housing Authority Pathways to Advancing Equity," we provide several tips for how small PHAs can center equity in their strategic plan and some quick wins accessible for PHAs of all sizes. 🌍🤝 Tips include: 🗣️ Ensuring forms and websites get translated into multiple languages. 🤝 Partnering with local organizations trusted by underserved groups to promote these materials and spread awareness about affordable housing opportunities. 🏘️ Establishing fair policies that promote housing access to serve residents more equitably. 📊 Developing housing-driven equity strategies built off programs they already implement. 👥 Incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion training for new hires. 📖 You can read more about ways to incorporate equity at your PHA here: https://lnkd.in/ejgwJdvU #Equity #PublicHousing #AffordableHousing #PAHRC #HAIGroup #CommunityEngagement #DEI #StrategicPlanning #HousingEquity #SmallPHAs #InclusiveCommunities #PHAs #AdvancingEquity #FairHousing

🔍 Check out this insightful Q&A with David Barrett on cross-sector affordable housing preservation, featured in Housing Finance. Informed by the National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD) analysis showing that over 300,000 rental homes are at risk of losing affordability restrictions in the next five years, Barrett discusses essential strategies for maintaining affordable housing and highlights the importance of collaboration across sectors. The NHPD is the only de-duplicated source of address-level data for nearly 80,000 federally assisted rental properties and five million homes across the country. This data empowers advocates, government agencies, community development organizations, financial partners, legal aid organizations, researchers, and tenants to intervene and preserve affordable homes in their communities. 🏡 Explore the article to discover actionable approaches for preserving affordable housing and protecting our communities! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVfkKsUN #AffordableHousing #Preservation #NationalHousingPreservationDatabase #Data #Research #PAHRC #HAIGroup