Abram Mamet Author Archives

As the Trump Administration Cements Policy Priorities, LGBTQ+-Affirming Housing Comes Under Scrutiny

10 min read

While national media focus on headline issues related to national security and trade, administrative actions with significant impact on federally assisted programs often goes unnoticed. One such federal rule is the Equal Access Rule (EAR).

As Wildfires Rage and Insurance Rates Skyrocket, California’s Affordable Housers Soldier On

10 min read

In January 2025, wildfires tore through Southern California, destroying over 16,000 structures and causing an estimated $45 billion in insured losses. Although the fires were the catastrophic, no multifamily affordable housing developments were destroyed.

Breaking Ground: John King, Chief Community Affairs Officer, Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles

9 min read

In 2007, the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) began exploring the possibility of a major redevelopment that would reshape Jordan Downs, one of the city’s most troubled areas.

A Massive Administrative Reorganization in California Brings Promise, and Some Trepidation

12 min read

Governor Gavin Newsom of California unveiled his budget plan for 2025-26. This $322 billion budget included one critical component for the state’s many housing professionals: a proposed reorganization of the numerous housing programs administered by the executive into a new California Housing and Homelessness Agency.

How Developers Are Dealing With Today’s Insurance Challenges

6 min read

Over the past decade, insurance has become a significant concern for multifamily affordable housing owners. Increasingly litigious activity around a variety of liability areas, combined with challenging environmental conditions in many parts of the country, has resulted in higher premiums and increased deductibles, further squeezing operational costs in already stressed deals.

Three Developers Share Strategies for Integrating Healthcare and Housing

10 min read

For decades, policymakers have recognized the intrinsic relationships between housing and health outcomes. Prioritizing housing as a social priority can consistently save communities much-needed funds and help provide long-term care for residents.

As Rent Reporting Booms, New HUD FAQs Provide Key Guidance

8 min read

HUD has published a new frequently asked questions (FAQ) document on positive rent reporting, marking its first stance on a rapidly growing practice in the affordable housing industry.

Breaking Ground

Cris White, former CEO and Executive Director, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority

7 min read

Cris White retired as CEO of CHFA in February, closing a 35-year chapter with the organization. His lengthy tenure reflects CHFA’s strong workplace culture, positioning the organization to tackle complex housing challenges.

Tax Abatements Find Fresh Momentum

7 min read

Although the LIHTC remains a primary driver of housing production in the United States, fierce competition for credits and sustained regulatory challenges have prompted developers to seek alternative funding sources in recent years.

HUD Adopts New Rule for HOME Program, To Take Effect in April

Industry Leaders Discuss Future of Public Housing Under New Administration

7 min read

The Department of Housing and Urban Development recently adopted a rule update to its Home Investment Partnerships program (HOME). This is the first major update to the HOME program since 2013.

“The Moment that the Big Tent was Built for”

Industry Leaders Discuss Future of Public Housing Under New Administration

9 min read

The affordable housing sector, crucial for over a million Americans, is navigating uncertain times. A recent NH&RA panel offered a platform for thought leaders to discuss the future and share insights.

Despite Structural Challenges, 202 Program Provides Lifeline to Senior Affordable Housing Industry

9 min read

For mission-committed developers who have taken up the task of building subsidized affordable housing for seniors, HUD’s Section 202 program has continued to provide a vital financial boost to new senior housing projects.

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