




Apply today to be part of the 2026 Next Gen class, a program designed to expand the talent pipeline for emerging developers to gain knowledge in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) industry. Next Gen is a partnership with IHDA and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC).
Survey responses are anonymous and provide IHDA with valuable feedback. It should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete, and IHDA would appreciate your input by Monday, November 3. Please refer to IHDA's current Qualified Allocation Plan to answer the survey questions. Click here to take the survey!
More than 1,160 Illinois residents became homeowners through two rounds of IHDA’s SmartBuy Program, which provided over $33 million in student loan forgiveness across Illinois. The program helped families reduce debt, build equity, and invest in their futures. Read the full release here.
IHDA is proud to partner with communities in Illinois to identify and meet local housing needs. We offer a free planning process that builds on existing efforts, identifies community strengths and needs, and enhances local capacity through a Community Revitalization Strategy.
Read about our most recent Revitalization Plan for the City of Pontiac here.
Buying a home? IHDA Mortgage programs can be used for assistance OR closing costs OR both! Even if you have 20% down saved, we can still help with closing costs.
All our programs are available statewide and you may use any approved IHDA lender to fund your home purchase. Learn about our IHDA Mortgage programs today!


