Connecticut Housing Finance Authority

WHAT'S NEW - News Articles

Notice of Intent to Purchase Certain VRDOs as Temporary Investments
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Notice of Intent to Amend Procedures
CHFA Proposes Changes to amend the Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program Procedures - posted 6/30/09
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Notice of Intent to Amend Procedures
CHFA Proposes Changes to amend the Single Family Home Mortgage Program Procedures Regarding Approval of Condominiums - posted 6/30/09
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CHFA is pleased to announce that the 2009 Housing Tax Credit Contribution Program (HTCC ) application is now available.
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NOTICE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Selection Process and Criteria - Tax Credit Assistance Program
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Annual Recertification Waiver for 100% LIHTC and Tax-exempt Bond Projects
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Solicitation - Expressions of Interest CHFA invites the development community; non-profit, for-profit, and public, to submit expressions of interest in the future development of the property located at 819 Main Street Willimantic, CT.
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Request for Qualifications
Appraisers and Market Study Analysts - Multifamily Housing Developments
CHFA invites General Certified Real Estate Appraisers in the State of Connecticut to submit their qualifications for evaluation and potential inclusion on CHFA's list of approved appraisers and market study analysts for multifamily housing developments.
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HUD'S 2009 Income Limits
Effective 03/19/2009
Transmittal Memorandum & Summary of Changes

Section 8 Income Limits

LIHTC (MTSP) Income Limits

Homebuyers Who Receive a CHFA Mortgage May Also be Eligible for a $8,000 Tax Credit from the Federal Government
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CHFA - 999 West Street ~ Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Main Number: (860) 721-9501

Customer Call Center (877) 571-2432 toll free
[Offering programs to assist eligible homeowners facing financial hardships]

Beware of Foreclosure Assistance Scams
Be wary of companies that offer to modify your mortgage or promise to save your home from foreclosure for an upfront fee. CHFA provides a list of reputable resources.
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Programs to help Homeowners Facing Foreclosure:
   - Connecticut Fair Alternative       Lending Initiative and Education       Services (CT FAMLIES)
     Effective April 6, 2009
   - EMERGENCY MORTGAGE      ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EMAP)
     Effective July 1, 2008
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Would you like to receive e-mail blasts on training and application deadlines for Tax Credit Programs Administered by CHFA?
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2008 Audit Guidelines
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2008 Sample Auditor's Reports

Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (“CHFA”) announces availability of approximately $117,165,000 for construction and permanent Tax-Exempt Bond (“TEB”) financing for multifamily rental housing developments. TEB financing is typically paired with 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (“LIHTC”) as a source of investor equity. Under this NOFA, CHFA will be accepting both TEB financing and 4% LIHTC applications.
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CHFA Introduces Standards of Design and Construction for developments funded through 2009 Financing Programs
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Notice to all 2009 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Applicants
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NOTICE: Workbook III of the Consolidated Application Updated
A reference error has been discovered within Workbook III of the Consolidated Application Page. A new FAQ has also been posted to include items relating to ConstructionCost Effectiveness and the 2009 LIHTC Funding Round.
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TODAY'S RATES

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"How to Get Started"
Steps to Homeownership
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MORTGAGE CALCULATOR

Use our Mortgage Calculator to determine:
- How much house can I afford?
- What will my mortgage
payment be?

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CHFA, along with other State and Federal Agencies, is co-sponsoring a State-funded registry for Connecticut Landlords. This is a free, affordable housing listing service in Connecticut that will increase tenant access to affordable housing opportunities.
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