Together We Build Wisconsin®
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority
Development & Property Managers
-
Over 45 Years of Service and Getting Better
WHEDA works closely with lenders, developers, local government, nonprofits, community groups and others to implement its low-cost financing programs. Since 1972, WHEDA has financed more than 73,000 affordable rental units, helped more than 125,800 families purchase a home and made more than 29,000 small business and agricultural loan guarantees.
-
Our Specialty is Not Just an Art, but Our Mission
Housing and economic development go hand in hand. That is why with the help of our partners, WHEDA is on the front lines offering a unique set of tools and resources to help home owners, businesses and communities across the state.
-
Growing Wisconsin’s Economy
Economic development has never been more critical as it is today. Whether it is an agricultural-based business, manufacturer, an established company or a startup, WHEDA offers a number of financing products to help grow Wisconsin’s economy.
-
Experts Who Serve
WHEDA is an organization filled with people who understand and have a passion for housing and economic development. WHEDA works hard to make your dreams become a reality.
Our Mission
WHEDA’s mission is to stimulate the state’s economy and improve the quality of life for Wisconsin residents by providing affordable housing and business financing products.
Our vision
We provide the tools to help people and communities realize their hopes and dreams.
Helping People Realize Their Dreams
Homeownership
Since 1980, WHEDA has been helping renters become homeowners. It is our unique financing options that get home buyers into a home sooner with a mortgage they can afford. That is why more than 118,000 Wisconsinites have purchased their first home with a WHEDA loan.
Learn More
Economic Development
Since 1983, WHEDA has been partnering with local lenders to support entrepreneurs, small businesses, and community revitalization through our economic development tools.
Learn More
Agricultural Business
WHEDA is proud of its over 30 year tradition of supporting agricultural development and sustainability through our agricultural guarantees. WHEDA helps agricultural based businesses with production loans, or producers who want to start, expand, or modernize their operations.
Learn More
WHEDA Foundation
Since 1985, the WHEDA Foundation awards grants through its annual Housing Grant Program competition to assist projects throughout Wisconsin that increase or retain housing for people in crisis.
Learn More