Authored by Garrick Gibson, Donald N. Bernards
In this episode of BuzzHouse, Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson break down the most important legislation, policy updates and research shaping the affordable housing industry in early 2026.
They walk through HUD updates, including 2026 OCAF adjustments and new funding timelines for RAD for PRAC conversions, highlighting what owners and developers need to act on now. They also dig into new research on resident services, financial outcomes and property performance, along with insights from Harvard’s latest rental housing report showing rising cost burdens and slowing development.
The episode wraps with a look at emerging QAP trends across states, including deeper income targeting, preservation priorities, sustainability requirements and tighter underwriting standards developers should be tracking closely.
Tune in to hear what these updates mean and how they could shape your next move in affordable housing.
Affordable housing resources
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