In this episode of the NALHFA Affordable Housing Podcast, host Allison Ward, NALHFA’s Membership and Operations Coordinator, is joined by Executive Director Jonathan Paine and Director of Government Affairs Josh Brandwein for a timely conversation reflecting on the year behind us and looking ahead to what’s next.

Together, the NALHFA team recaps key highlights and milestones from 2025, shares insights on policy and programmatic developments, and offers a preview of priorities, challenges, and opportunities shaping 2026.From organizational growth to federal advocacy and the evolving affordable housing landscape, this episode sets the stage for the year ahead.