News releases and media kit 
OHFA is committed to increasing awareness of our products and services with the media and the public. We regularly release news about new program offerings, Agency initiatives, and any changes to our programs, and make every effort to build positive relationships with the press to help get the news to our partners and customers as quickly as possible.
2009 News Releases
07-02-09 OHFA awards over $26 million in tax credits for affordable housing in Ohio
OHFA announced the 2009 Housing Tax Credit Program recipients who will each receive a portion of more han $26 million in housing tax credits for the acquisition, development and rehabilitation of affordable housing units in Ohio.
06-24-09 Excellence in sustainable homeownership honored by OHFA: additional authority approved for MCC program
OHFA is celebrating National Homeownership Month by honoring quality programs and initiatives across the affordable housing industry that demonstrated excellence and innovation.
06-10-09 OHFA accepting applications for ARRA funding beginning June 15
Applications for funding created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) will begin to be accepted by OHFA on June 15.
06-01-09 OHFA offers affordable, flexible options during Homeownership Month
In celebration of Governor Ted Strickland's proclamation of June as Homeownership Month, the Agency is reaching out to communities across the state to raise awareness of the diverse selection of programs available to potential homeowners.
05-26-09 OHFA one of first to receive funding from HUD and the Treasury Department for affordable housing initiatives
OHFA will receive $83 million from HUD's Tax Credit Assistance Program (TCAP) and $21 million from the Treasury Department as part of the Tax Credit Exchange (TCE) program. Both programs will allow OHFA to further establish affordable housing across the state.
05-20-09 More than $8 million approved by OHFA Board for affordable housing in Ohio
The OHFA Board approved $8.59 million to create or maintain affordable housing for families, seniors and the homeless across the state.
04-30-09 OHFA awards more than $950,000 in additional federal funding to affordable housing developments
OHFA awarded nine affordable housing developments additional federal Housing Tax Credits through a provision included in the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA).
04-15-09 Affordable housing initiatives approved by OHFA Board
The OHFA Board approved eight initiatives to be financed through the Housing Investment Fund. The Board also approved over $1.14 million from the Housing Development Assistance Program to fund affordable housing across the state.
04-01-09 OHFA celebrates affordable housing during Fair Housing Month in Ohio
Governor Ted Strickland recognizes the importance of equal access to housing in order to ensure a better quality of life and has declared April as Fair Housing Month in Ohio.
03-26-09 New OHFA program maximizes tax credit for homebuyers
OHFA announced that they will launch their new Homebuyer Tax Credit Advantage Program on Monday, March 30. The program will allow qualified homebuyers to receive help with down payment and closing costs.
03-18-09 OHFA Board approves $2.5 million in funding for affordable housing
Funding in the amount of $1 million from the Housing Development Assistance Program and $1.5 million from the Housing Development Loan Program will assist in the development of housing for homeless individuals in Central Ohio.
03-17-09 OHFA seeks nominations for Sustainable Homeownership Excellence Awards
Homeownership Month is just around the corner and OHFA wants to honor programs and initiatives that promote sustainable homeownership throughout the state.
02-26-09 $5 million awarded by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation will help preserve affordable rental housing for an estimated 14,000 Ohio families (36 KB Adobe PDF File)
This investment is aimed at helping ensure the preservation of more than 30 percent of the affordable rental housing that is at risk of being lost.
02-18-09 Ohio Housing Finance Agency Board approves Annual Plan
The Annual Plan, which addresses the state’s affordable housing needs in Ohio, is a strategic guide that highlights current affordable housing issues covering homeownership, multifamily development, and management.
02-17-09 New homebuyers can now reduce their tax liability with OHFA's new Mortgage Credit Certificate
The Mortgage Credit Certificate allows qualified first-time homebuyers to take a direct tax credit for a portion of their mortgage interest up to $2,000 per year for the life of the mortgage.
02-02-09 Homebuyers have more options with new OHFA down payment assistance
Homebuyers can move a step closer to owning the home of their dreams, thanks to a new financial program. OHFA announced that it is now offering a Down Payment Assistance Grant to potential homebuyers.
01-21-09 OHFA Board approves more than $5 million in funding for affordable housing
The OHFA Board approved approximately $2.31 million of funding from the Housing Development Assistance Program and $3 million in funding from the Housing Development Loan Program.
News Release Archive
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Media Kit
View the links below for information on OHFA's Board and executive staff members and details about OHFA and our programs.
- OHFA Board
- Executive Staff
- OHFA Fact Sheet (1.3 MB Adobe PDF file)
Media Inquiries
For additional information about OHFA, we invite the media to contact:
Erin Biehl
Public Information Officer
Ohio Housing Finance Agency
57 East Main Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
614.387.2863
614.307.3772
ebiehl@ohiohome.org
