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Apply Before April 30 For Anchorage Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist - Posted April 24, 2025
The application period for placement on the Anchorage Housing Choice Voucher waitlist closes on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Alaska Time. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
Education Scholarships Now Available for AHFC Tenants: Advance Your Career Goals with up to $2,500 - Posted April 15, 2025
Scholarship awardees can receive assistance up to $2,500 to help them achieve a variety of career goals — from technical training to college tuition.
Building New Homes Across Alaska - Posted April 9, 2025
Housing conversations are a trending topic nationwide with availability and affordability top-of-mind for prospective homeowners and industry professionals. As part of the 2025 Capital budget, the Alaska Legislature and Governor Dunleavy addressed this issue head-on allocating $7 million toward a New Home Construction Rebate to be managed by Alaska Housing Finance Corporation.
Anchorage Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist Open to Applications at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation through April 30, 2025 - Posted April 4, 2025
ANCHORAGE, Alaska – April 4, 2025 –Alaska Housing Finance Corporation is accepting applications for its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist in Anchorage. Housing Choice Vouchers are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, allowing eligible participants to select a unit in the private rental market with AHFC paying a a portion of the tenant’s rent to the landlord.
Open for Applications: Anchorage Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist - Posted April 1, 2025
Apply to be on the waitlist for a Housing Choice Voucher in the Municipality of Anchorage, including Girdwood, Eagle River, Eklutna and communities in between. The application period closes on April 30th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. Alaska Time. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
3% Down Payment Option Available for Homebuyers Who Choose Alaska Housing Finance Corporation - Posted March 27, 2025
Responding to a market hurdle where potential homebuyers struggle to come up with the thousands of dollars necessary for a down payment, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation launched its 97% loan-to-value option this month. “The initial cost of homeownership can be daunting,” says Bryan Butcher, AHFC’s CEO/executive director. “This announcement is exciting because homebuyers can save thousands of dollars on their down payment, making homeownership more accessible to Alaskans.”
Anchorage Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Opens April 1 - Posted March 27, 2025
The period to apply to be on the waitlist for a Housing Choice Voucher in the Municipality of Anchorage, including Girdwood, Eagle River, Eklutna and communities in between opens on April 1, 2025. Housing Choice Vouchers help low-income households, including older Alaskans and individuals with disabilities, afford safe housing. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
Embracing Alaska Life and Alaska Housing - Posted March 27, 2025
For Stephen, an internship at Alaska Housing has provided opportunities to learn, make connections and contribute his time and energy to a mission he believes in – providing Alaskans access to safe, quality, affordable housing.
Home Show Season is Here! - Posted March 26, 2025
Swing by AHFC's booth at the spring home shows to learn more about homebuying tools that can help put money in your pocket.
Homebuying Made More Accessible with AHFC's Reduced Down Payment Requirement - Posted March 17, 2025
Recent changes to Alaska Housing Finance Corporation’s loan-to-value (LTV) ratios are helping to bring homeownership goals within reach for more Alaskans.
Sign up for Summer Fun! Apply for the Youth Summer Camp and Activity Scholarship! - Posted March 17, 2025
With awards of up to $500 per youth, Alaska Housing's Youth Summer Camp and Activity Scholarship gives young Alaskans the opportunity to participate in fun activities, play sports and learn new skills.
Bringing Housing to the State’s Largest Population Center - Posted March 12, 2025
True to its mission to provide Alaskans access to safe, quality, affordable housing, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation has been addressing the unique housing needs of the state’s largest population center for more than 50 years.
Application Period Opens for $10,000 AHFC New Home Construction Rebate - Posted March 4, 2025
If you are building or purchasing a newly constructed, owner-occupied home that meets 5-Star Plus or higher energy efficiency standard, you could be eligible for $10,000 through AHFC’s New Home Construction Rebate.
Protecting Residents Through Emergency Preparedness - Posted February 26, 2025
At AHFC, employees are mission-focused on providing Alaskans access to safe, quality, affordable housing. In the Facilities Management department this includes thinking ahead and ensuring preventative measures are in place to keep public housing residents safe during extreme weather.
Highlights from Energy Efficiency NOW 2025 - Posted February 20, 2025
At Energy Efficiency NOW, Alaska building, real estate and energy pros gathered to learn, network and share information about energy efficiency in commercial and residential buildings.
Ensuring Safety and Energy Efficiency through Building Code Advisory Council - Posted February 5, 2025
At the forefront of Alaska Housing’s mission to expand access to safe, quality, affordable housing is an effort to ensure that the housing built today in Alaska will withstand the test of time.
Decades of Record-Keeping at Alaska Housing: Past, Present, and into the Future - Posted January 29, 2025
With over 50 years providing Alaskans access to safe, quality, affordable housing, AHFC has a lot of meaningful history. Cindi, AHFC’s Record Center Technician, is the keeper of much of this history – and has been for almost 30 years.
AHFC Releases Annual Report for 2024 - Posted January 22, 2025
In January, AHFC published the FY2024 Annual Report. Learn about the people and programs making a difference for Alaska.
Supporting Community: Stabilization & Recovery in Sitka - Posted January 15, 2025
Through partnerships with local organizations like the Sitka Homeless Coalition, Alaska Housing’s innovative Housing Stabilization & Recovery is taking a holistic approach to helping Alaskans experiencing homelessness.
Financial Wellness Month - Posted January 2, 2025
January is Financial Wellness Month, a time to take stock of your financial situation and make any necessary changes to your habits to ensure you’re working toward your goals. Mortgage Outreach Specialists Savannah and Patrick have information to help you get started!