Access Home Launch
A New Way to Buy a Home in Illinois
A place to call your own can change everything. IHDA's new Access Home program for first-time homebuyers helps make the dream of homeownership possible with assistance equal to 6% of the purchase price, up to $15,000, to help cover down payment and closing costs. See how Access Home can get you there.
27-28 QAP Public Activities
2027-2028 Qualified Allocation Plan Public Engagement Opportunities
IHDA is in the process of developing its 2027-2028 Qualified Allocation Plan, which will be released in summer 2026. There are a variety of opportunities for the public to provide feedback and engage in this process. Learn more here!
2025 Lender Awards
Celebrating IHDA's Top Lending Partners
IHDA recognizes the lenders and loan officers helping more Illinois residents access affordable mortgages and down payment assistance. Read more about the 2025 Lender Award winners.
3rd Next Gen Cohort
Meet the New Next Gen Cohort
IHDA and LISC are welcoming a new group of emerging developers into the Next Gen Capacity Building Initiative to strengthen affordable housing development across Illinois. Read more about the developers joining the program.
Preservation 2.0
Preservation 2.0 will provide subordinate funding to IHDA-assisted developments to help upkeep the properties and enable them to continue providing affordable housing throughout Illinois. Prospective applicants can review the Request for Applications, register for an Information Session, and learn more here.
Rental Housing Support (RHS) Program Request for Proposals
The Rental Housing Support Re-Entry Program helps expand access to stable housing for individuals re-entering the community. IHDA is accepting proposals from qualified housing and social service providers. Learn more and apply today.
Building Pathways to Housing Stability
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