Join CDFA in Savannah, GA, for the 2026 National Development Finance Summit!
The CDFA National Development Finance Summit, happening November 18-20, is three days of face-to-face engagement with the brightest minds in development finance from across the nation. Join us in Savannah, where history and a touch of Southern charm set the tone to discuss development finance topics, trends, financing solutions, and more. Don't miss Pre-Conference Workshops on Wednesday, November 18. Learn more & register today!
Explore the New CDFA Opportunity Zones Hub
CDFA's refreshed Opportunity Zones (OZ) Hub makes it easier than ever to access the latest news, research, tools, and resources shaping the OZ landscape. Explore upcoming events, CDFA's Learning Series and Networking Circle, and an expanded, searchable resource library. The dedicated OZ Accelerator section offers tools to help communities and practitioners advance local strategies. As Opportunity Zones evolve, CDFA remains a trusted resource for education, advocacy, and collaboration. Visit the new OZ Hub to stay informed and move your OZ initiatives forward!
Financing the AI Boom: Winners and Losers in Corporate Bond Markets
The expansion of artificial intelligence has triggered a surge of investment and rising equity values at technology firms. The largest firms, known as 'hyperscalers', issued over $100 billion of bonds in 2025, around five times the 2023-2024 annual average. This column compares bond yields for hyperscalers and other firms, before and after ChatGPT's release in 2022. As hyperscalers' debt grows, it remains critical to monitor whether these pricing effects continue.
Historic Tax Credit Drives $9.2B in GDP in FY 2025, Supports 163,000 Jobs
The National Park Service today announced that private investment in historic rehabilitation projects totaled an estimated $9.6 billion in fiscal year 2025, generating approximately 163,000 jobs, $18.1 billion in total economic output, and $9.2 billion in gross domestic product to the U.S. economy. In FY 2025, 11,544 new housing units were created through the adaptive reuse of historic buildings, and 10,390 existing housing units were rehabilitated, with 53% of the 21,934 total created/rehabilitated housing units low- and moderate-income.
Merchants Capital Arranges $97.8M in Financing for Affordable Housing Project in VA
Merchants Capital arranged $97.8 million in financing for an affordable housing project in Newport News, Virginia. The financing package combines HUD Section 221(d)(4) financing, bridge financing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, federal and state Historic Tax Credits, and energy-efficiency funding.
CDFA Recognizes Kara Shelnutt, DFCP
CDFA is pleased to announce Kara Shelnutt, Planner and Revolving Loan Fund Coordinator for the North Central Alabama Regional Council of Governments, as the newest graduate of the prestigious Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) program. Ms. Shelnutt joins the ranks of fellow graduates who are recognized as the most qualified leaders in the development finance industry.
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Maryland DHCD - Energy Special Projects Coordinator
Maryland DHCD is seeking a Special Projects Coordinator to join our team and play a critical role in supporting the continued growth, innovation, and effective delivery of Maryland's energy programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to contribute across project management, regulatory compliance, data analytics, systems administration, vendor management, and strategic program development.
Maryland DHCD - Program Manager II, Portfolio Administrator
DHCD has an immediate opening for a Program Manager II in its Division of Credit Assurance. This position monitors, evaluates and analyzes the performance of multi-family properties to assure regulatory compliance with DHCD loan documents. The Asset Management Officer/Portfolio Manager reviews the financial, administrative, and physical condition of the assets, advising supervisors of problems and assisting owners and property managers to implement solutions.
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