PA Housing Finance Agency

No tricks, just treats: Our affordable loan programs and free counseling assistance make the journey to owning a home less daunting. Learn how we make the scary homebuying process easy to understand: phfa.org/homebuyers/

Congratulations to Terri Redmond, PHFA's director of counseling, for being selected to serve on the inaugural Model Industry Standards Committee! This group will update the standards that housing counseling and education organizations follow.

We’re excited to announce that PHFA Executive Director and CEO Robin Wiessmann has been elected 2027 Chair of the @NCSHAhome's Board of Directors. She will help lead national efforts to advance policies and programs that expand housing opportunities. phfa.org/news/pressreleases.…

The housing shortage is a major driver of poverty, according to a new @pewtrusts report. pew.org/en/research-and-anal…

Thanks to our (PHARE program, more Pennsylvanians are turning the dream of homeownership into a reality. In McKees Rocks, PHARE funding has helped @HomesByLevel transform once-vacant houses into homes. Read the @NewPghCourier story: newpittsburghcourier.com/202…

The deadline to submit an RFP for our Community Revitalization Fund Program is 2 p.m. Friday! PHFA is authorized to sell $4.5M of state tax credits, which will fund development of mixed-use properties. CRFP RFP: phfa.org/mhp/developers/loan… CRFP Application: crfp.phfa.org

October Checkup: Assess Your Debt October celebrates Get Smart About Credit Day, so it’s a perfect time to check your free credit reports. Review your credit lines, confirm everything is accurate and dispute anything that isn’t. Your financial checkup is now complete!

October Checkup: Risk Management & Consumer Safety Scammers often target older adults and people with disabilities, urging them to share personal info or send money. Trust your instincts; if something feels off, it probably is. Tomorrow: understanding and managing debt.

October Checkup: Build Your Future Saving, investing and planning for retirement are the backbone of a strong financial plan. Set money aside for short‑term needs, invest to grow long‑term wealth, and contribute to 401(k)s or IRAs. Coming Thursday: protect what you’ve built.

October Checkup: Maximize Benefits & Minimize Taxes Open enrollment is here! Review your benefits and adjust your tax withholding to stay aligned with your financial goals. And avoid surprises next spring! Tomorrow: saving, investing, and retirement.

October Checkup: Start With Your Budget Kick off your financial wellness this month by reviewing what comes in and what goes out. A simple budget gives you clarity and control to reach your goals. Tomorrow, we dig into employee benefits and taxes.

Lehigh and Northampton counties face a housing shortage that exceeds 6,000 homes, and that might worsen as time goes on. The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission has unveiled a plan to solve the region's housing crisis. Read more: lehighvalleylive.com/news/20…

For young people getting ready to move out on their own, Pittsburgh is one of the most affordable metro areas in the United States, according to a recent report. usatoday.com/story/news/stat…

✨ Feel Good Friday ✨ Great things are happening in Harrisburg, where community efforts are helping families transition into stable, fully furnished homes. PHFA is proud to support @brethrenhousing through our PHARE program. wgal.com/article/harrisburg-…