Walker & Dunlop, Inc.’s annual survey, conducted at the Affordable Housing Finance (AHF) Live conference, revealed a notable optimism in investment activity uptick and enthusiasm in HUD’s role in supporting housing construction. For the third consecutive year, Walker & Dunlop surveyed top executives in affordable housing to capture their perspectives on key issues shaping the commercial real estate industry. Respondents were developers, owners, management firms and state housing agencies from across the country who are actively engaged in affordable housing development and financing. Overall sentiment signaled a bullish outlook for continued growth in 2026.
“This survey offers us a real-time pulse and reflection of industry sentiment,” said Sheri Thompson, executive vice president and head of affordable housing at Walker & Dunlop. “We held more than 100 meetings at AHF Live and spoke with more than 300 clients. The survey results truly reflect what we’
