Upload up your best audio files and captions for your content Attached file *Buzzhouse-Podcast\_Baker-Tilly\_050526.mp3* with *mp3* extension available at *https://www.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/audio/Buzzhouse-Podcast\_Baker-Tilly\_050526.mp3* - link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Baker Tilly's Buzzhouse Podcast: 2026 Housing Policy & HUD Updates https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313186?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313186?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313186?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Baker Tilly's Buzzhouse Podcast: 2026 Housing Policy & HUD Updates&body=ESG News from Baker Tilly https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313186?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Socially Responsible Investing](/categories/socially-responsible-investing) # Baker Tilly's Buzzhouse Podcast: 2026 Housing Policy & HUD Updates ##### Authored by Garrick Gibson, Donald N. Bernards May 6, 2026 9:15 AM ET In this episode of BuzzHouse, [Don Bernards](https://www.bakertilly.com/contact/directory/donald-bernards?utm_source=3BL&utm_medium=Media+Mention&utm_campaign=PR-BuzzHouse+2026+Housing+Policy) and [Garrick Gibson](https://www.bakertilly.com/contact/directory/garrick-gibson?utm_source=3BL&utm_medium=Media+Mention&utm_campaign=PR-BuzzHouse+2026+Housing+Policy) 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** For articles, webinars and additional resources for developers, housing authorities, property managers, state housing credit agencies and lenders, visit our [affordable housing page](https://www.bakertilly.com/industries/affordable-housing?utm_source=3BL&utm_medium=Media+Mention&utm_campaign=PR-BuzzHouse+2026+Housing+Policy). For more information on this topic, or to learn how Baker Tilly specialists can help, [contact our team](https://www.bakertilly.com/contact?utm_source=3BL&utm_medium=Media+Mention&utm_campaign=PR-BuzzHouse+2026+Housing+Policy). [![Baker Tilly logo](/sites/default/files/2023-09/Bakertilly%20logo.jpeg)](/profiles/baker-tilly) ### More from Baker Tilly ###### [AI Applied: How Intelligent Automation and Agentic AI Are Reshaping the Enterprise](/news/ai-applied-how-intelligent-automation-and-agentic-ai-are-reshaping-enterprise) Apr 24, 2026 11:20 AM ET ###### [CBP Guidance on Tariffs: What the CAPE System Means for Importers](/news/cbp-guidance-tariffs-what-cape-system-means-importers) Apr 8, 2026 9:45 AM ET ###### [AI Applied: Practical AI Strategies for Leaders Getting Started](/news/ai-applied-practical-ai-strategies-leaders-getting-started) Apr 3, 2026 9:45 AM ET ###### [Baker Tilly Case Study: Senior Living Providers Overcome Talent Shortages](/news/baker-tilly-case-study-senior-living-providers-overcome-talent-shortages) Mar 26, 2026 9:05 AM ET ###### [Trends in State and Local Government ERP Implementation: Risks, Requirements and Oracle Capabilities That Drive Success](/news/trends-state-and-local-government-erp-implementation-risks-requirements-and-oracle) Mar 20, 2026 10:00 AM ET ###### [Baker Tilly’s Buzzhouse Podcast: How EB-5 Capital Fits Into Multifamily Housing](/news/baker-tillys-buzzhouse-podcast-how-eb-5-capital-fits-multifamily-housing) Feb 27, 2026 10:15 AM ET ###### [45Z Proposed Regulations Add Clarifications on Sales, Production, and Eligibility Framework](/news/45z-proposed-regulations-add-clarifications-sales-production-and-eligibility-framework) Feb 19, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [Five Capabilities Construction Finance Teams Need for the Future](/news/five-capabilities-construction-finance-teams-need-future) Feb 11, 2026 9:00 AM ET