We have been advised that a number of owners/agents (O/As) are encountering old or missing data when attempting to view EIV reports for some or all of their properties.  We are aware of the errors and are working to correct the issues in the system.  O/As experiencing these issues must refer to Chapter 5-13 of HUD Handbook 4350.3 for the hierarchy of […]

NAHMA has learned that HUD is undertaking an evaluation of the effectiveness of the MOR form and process. NAHMA believes our members are in a unique position to offer insight into the strengths and weaknesses of the MOR form and process, and we have created a survey to collect member feedback. (Thanks to NAHMA’s Regulatory Affairs Committee, who participated in […]

On Monday, July 9, HUD hosted a live webinar on two recently released Notices on RAD: 1) Implementation of Certain Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Appropriations Act Provisions FR-6105-N-01, and 2) RAD Supplemental Guidance PIH-2018-11, H-2018-05.  We have posted the recording of the webinar and the slide deck in the RAD Resource Desk.  Due to technical issues, some of those who registered were unable to participate. As a result, we are […]

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines July 12: NAHMA Advocacy Call Part 2 – “How to Host a Property Tour” July 16: AFFH comments due to NAHMA July 17: NAHMA – AHMA Call July 24 & 25: NAHMA Government Affairs Committee Calls (TBA) July 27 – Sept 3: AHMA Advocacy Challenge July 31: Disparate Impact comments due to NAHMA General June 26: Announcing NAHMA’s “Advocacy Call” Mini-Series Join us for our “Advocacy Call Part 2: […]

Below, please find information from HUD regarding two new Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Notices that were published today: Implementation of Fiscal Year 2018 Appropriations Provisions and RAD Supplemental Guidance. (Please note that the recently authorized conversion of properties assisted by Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly will be implemented in a future notice.) For more information on RAD, please visit the website or join […]

Below, please find information from HUD regarding owner-adopted preferences in the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program. For more information about RAD, please click here. Owner-Adopted Preferences in the RAD Program Below is an explanation of owner-adopted preferences for RAD Properties, including direction for owners wanting to establish an owner-adopted elderly preference.  This message consolidates and highlights current policy located in the RAD […]

Below, please find information from HUD regarding the recently updated Section 8(bb) Frequently Asked Questions. To view the FAQs online, please click here. Updated Section 8(bb) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) On June 14, 2018, the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs issued new answers to a number of recently asked questions on transferring budget authority under Section 8(bb).  The new FAQs address questions […]

HUD Multifamily West Region, San Francisco Asset Management Division held its Semi-Annual Industry Meeting on Thursday, October 26, 2017.  Please find attached the Power Point and Agenda from the meeting. This year, CAHI came out and provided our participants with an excellent afternoon training on MORs.  If you were unable to attend CAHI’s training, they will be posting their PowerPoint […]

Today, HUD issued the Federal Register notice to solicit public comments on amendments to the Fair Housing Disparate Impact Rule, issued in 2013.  Please find the notice attached. The FR Notice’s summary and questions to the public are included below. NAHMA requests members review the notice and provide recommendations by July 31, 2018. Summary This advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) invites public […]

We have received an update from the HUD Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) regarding a demonstration using moisture meters and infrared cameras to detect the presence of moisture before mold appears. REAC will conduct the one-year demonstration starting on June 18, 2018 as a proactive mold preventative or remedial measure. According to REAC’s memo, the demonstration will not constitute a change […]