NAHRO Symposium

What HACA Brought Home from the 2026 NAHRO Summer Symposium

Housing authorities across the country are facing a common challenge: The need for affordable housing continues to grow while the resources available to provide it are increasingly strained. That challenge was at the center of conversations at the 2026 National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Summer Symposium, held July 16-17 in Nashville.  HACA […]

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Small home in a neighborhood setting.

Five Common Myths About Housing Assistance

Housing assistance can be life-changing for individuals and families facing financial challenges, providing access to safe, stable housing while creating a foundation for greater independence. Yet many misconceptions remain about how these programs work and who they serve. Here are five common myths and the facts behind them. Myth #1: My income is too high […]

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Woodfin’s Bluffs at River Bend Breaks Ground on 96 New Affordable Units

Construction is officially underway on The Bluffs at River Bend, a 96-unit affordable housing development set to bring much-needed workforce housing to the Woodfin area just north of downtown Asheville. The project, a partnership between local nonprofit developers and Buncombe County, will offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments reserved for households earning between 30% and […]

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