Carson City, Nev. – The Nevada Housing Coalition will virtually host its inaugural, statewide summit Oct. 27-29, which will focus on Nevada’s successful and equitable housing recovery. Already strained prior to the pandemic, Nevada’s housing landscape faces significant challenges that require open and candid discussion, engagement across our communities and a united … [Read more...] about 2020 Nevada Housing Coalition Virtual Summit Registration is Open, Announces Gov. Sisolak as Speaker
Desert Properties Receives Novogradac Developments of Distinction Award
Nevada Rural Housing Authority to Receive Recognition at the Novogradac 2020 Credit and Bond Financing for Affordable Housing Virtual Conference SAN FRANCISCO—Nevada Rural Housing Authority is proud to announce that it was awarded a Novogradac Journal of Tax Credits 2020 Developments of Distinction Award for its development Desert Properties. The development will receive an … [Read more...] about Desert Properties Receives Novogradac Developments of Distinction Award
Nevada Rural Housing Authority Hires Hildi Cruz as Home At Last Business Development Specialist
Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) announced Hildi Cruz has joined the Home At Last™ team as its business development specialist. Cruz is responsible for cultivating Home At Last™ business partnerships and serving as an informational resource for potential homeowners. Since 2006, the homeownership program has helped thousands of Nevada … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority Hires Hildi Cruz as Home At Last Business Development Specialist
Wells Fargo Foundation and Nevada Rural Housing Authority Deliver Renovations, and Hope, to Carson City Resident
Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has completed renovations at one of its subsidized, single-family rental properties in Carson City. The work was made possible by a $15,000 grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation. The grant was matched by NRHA and the $30,000 total afforded new interior and exterior paint, a new HVAC system, a new refrigerator, a new … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo Foundation and Nevada Rural Housing Authority Deliver Renovations, and Hope, to Carson City Resident
Nevada Rural Housing Authority Hires Stormie Ortez as Home At Last™ Management Assistant
Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) announced Stormie Ortez has joined the Home At Last™ team as its management assistant. In this role, she will provide crucial support to the agency’s homeownership program, which has delivered affordable homeownership opportunities to thousands of Nevada families since 2006. Serving as a liaison between the Home At Last™ team … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority Hires Stormie Ortez as Home At Last™ Management Assistant
Nevada Rural Housing Authority’s Grant Brewer Named New Housing Choice Voucher Inspection Supervisor
Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) announced Grant Brewer as its new inspection supervisor for NRHA’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV, also known as Section 8) program. Brewer has been with NRHA for nearly four years and previously served as a business development specialist for NRHA’s Home At Last homeownership program. In his new role, Brewer will be … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority’s Grant Brewer Named New Housing Choice Voucher Inspection Supervisor
Nevada Rural Housing Authority Announces COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program
Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has announced its COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program, which provides one-time funding to rural Nevada residents experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides financial assistance to qualifying individuals who are falling behind on their rent, mortgage or utilities. The Program also … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority Announces COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program
Nevada Housing Coalition Selects Executive Director
The Coalition is ready to increase its visibility and efforts to collaborate for affordable housing solutions in Nevada. Carson City, Nevada – After an extensive executive search, the Nevada Housing Coalition Board of Directors hired Christine (Bekes) Hess as the first executive director for the statewide nonprofit. “As the Nevada Housing Coalition continues to push for … [Read more...] about Nevada Housing Coalition Selects Executive Director
Nevada Rural Housing Authority Named Peak Performer by US Bank for Outstanding Homeownership Program Performance
Carson City, Nev. – US Bank leadership presented Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) the Peak Performer Award, which recognizes outstanding performance of Housing Finance Agencies across the nation that operate homeownership programs. Home At Last™ is a program of NRHA and has provided down payment assistance and homeowner tax credits to more nearly 9,000 families in … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority Named Peak Performer by US Bank for Outstanding Homeownership Program Performance
Richards Crossing Residents Receive Gift Giveaway from Red Hat Society
The Red Hat Society (RHS) delivered warm bedding and clothing to each of the residents at Richards Crossing in Carson City last week. A local chapter of the Red Hat Society named the “Classy Sassy Bear Ladies” organized a Christmas gift giveaway for the residents. The giveaway, for which planning started over the summer, collected homemade and donated blankets, scarves and … [Read more...] about Richards Crossing Residents Receive Gift Giveaway from Red Hat Society
Nevada Housing Coalition to Host Brunch and Learn Program on Thursday, November 7 in Reno
MEDIA CONTACT:Katie Coleman(775) 781-0881kcoleman@nvrural.org Nevada Housing Coalition to Host Brunch and Learn Program on Thursday, November 7 in Reno What: What’s on deck for affordable housing in northern Nevada? Join the Nevada Housing Coalition as we discuss federal and state policies that would impact the ability to produce more affordable housing opportunities … [Read more...] about Nevada Housing Coalition to Host Brunch and Learn Program on Thursday, November 7 in Reno
Nevada Rural Housing Authority and United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Partner for the “At Home With Reading” Book Drive
Collaboration to Bring Books to Affordable Housing Properties Throughout Rural Nevada Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) and United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) have partnered for the “At Home With Reading” Book Drive, benefitting the residents of NRHA’s northern Nevada affordable housing properties. The drive will take place now … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority and United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Partner for the “At Home With Reading” Book Drive
Nevada Rural Housing Authority’s Salvador Martinez Receives Nevada Housing Division Award for Going Above and Beyond in Weatherization
Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) Weatherization Inspector Salvador “Sonny” Martinez was presented the “Going Above and Beyond Award” by the Nevada Housing Division for his excellence in Weatherization. NRHA’s Weatherization Assistance Program helps reduce the cost of utilities and improve energy conservation for low-income Nevadans. “I didn’t expect … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority’s Salvador Martinez Receives Nevada Housing Division Award for Going Above and Beyond in Weatherization
Nevada Rural Housing Authority Appoints New Directors for Real Estate Operations and Community Development
Carson City, Nev. – Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has appointed Heather Simola as director of Real Estate Operations and Stacey Sept as director of Community Development. “Heather and Stacey have the experience and capabilities to advance the agency’s mission of promoting, providing and financing affordable housing opportunities for all rural Nevadans,” said NRHA … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority Appoints New Directors for Real Estate Operations and Community Development
Dayton’s Granite Pointe to Host New Homes Tour Saturday, October 5
MEDIA ADVISORYContact: Katie Coleman, (775) 781-0881, kcoleman@nvrural.org Dayton’s Granite Pointe to Host New Homes Tour Saturday, October 5CMG Financial and Home At Last™ Onsite to Discuss Lending and Down Payment Assistance Options WHO: Granite Pointe (Builder), CMG Financial (Lender), Home At Last™ (Down Payment Assistance Options) WHAT: Granite … [Read more...] about Dayton’s Granite Pointe to Host New Homes Tour Saturday, October 5