Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services’ U.S. Public Finance Housing Conference brings together respected industry participants with our team of housing analysts to discuss key topics in the affordable housing industry. The 2012 conference theme is “A New Foundation: Different Fundamentals for Housing Finance.” The conference will be held April 30-May 2, 2012, in Huntington Beach, [...]
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Housing Finance Agencies Fared Better Than States In The Recession
U.S. states have proven to be a very strong municipal sector. Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services’ median state rating is ‘AA+’ and ratings have trended higher during the past 40 years. The ability of states to increase revenue through taxation and fees, the economic diversification they have in comparison with localities, and the proactive response [...]