Feature

Getting Solar, Cell Tower, and Rooftop Lease Approval from HUD

November 18, 2024    
A new HUD draft notice offers both opportunities and responsibilities for owners.     HUD recently released a draft of a new notice aimed at owners of HUD-assisted or HUD-insured multifamily properties, outlining the steps required for approval of commercial leases involving rooftop solar...
Income Calculations

SSA Sets Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2025

November 18, 2024    
COLA increase is set at 2.5%.    
In the News

Report: Top Management Challenges Facing HUD in FY 2025

November 18, 2024    
These include grants management, disaster recovery, and fraud prevention.     HUD faces a series of management and performance challenges for fiscal year 2025, according to a recent report from HUD’s Office of Inspector General (OIG). This annual assessment provides an independent...
In the News

Has Nationwide Veteran Homeless Population Reached Record Low?

November 18, 2024    
A snapshot estimate indicates it has.     Results of the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count show a record low in veteran homelessness since measurement began in 2009 and a 7.5 percent decrease since 2023, according to an announcement from HUD, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and...
Feature

Best Practices for Implementing an Integrated Pest Management Program

October 17, 2024    
IPM is the gold standard for protecting your site and residents from pests.     One of the biggest challenges for owners and managers is pest management. Especially when fall begins and the weather turns colder, pest activity changes as many species seek warmth, shelter, and food....
Compliance

Avoid 10 Pitfalls When Responding to Sexual Harassment Complaints

October 17, 2024    
Be prepared to respond effectively when a tenant accuses a staff member.    
Compliance

HUD Delays HOTMA Compliance Date for MFH Programs

October 17, 2024    
Six-month delay gives HUD time to release additional implementation tools.     HUD has issued Notice H 2024-09 delaying HOTMA for Multifamily programs. The previous deadline had been Jan. 1, 2025. Now, the new compliance deadline is July 1, 2025. Owners of sites assisted with Section 8...
In the News

Updated Asset Management and Project Servicing Handbook in the Works

October 17, 2024    
HUD intends to publish the complete, updated handbook in 2026.     HUD Handbook 4350.1, titled Multifamily Asset Management and Project Servicing, serves as a guide for managing and servicing multifamily housing properties that receive assistance from HUD. HUD recently announced the start...
Feature

How Crime-Free Rental and Nuisance Ordinances Can Violate Federal Law

September 13, 2024    
DOJ warns against discriminatory housing ordinances.    
Compliance

How to Appeal Your NSPIRE Score

September 13, 2024    
New guidance explains the process for technical reviews.   HUD recently issued guidance for making appeals or technical reviews of the NSPIRE housing inspection protocol. According to HUD, public housing authorities (PHAs) and owners have experienced issues when submitting appeals in the...