Feature Articles

Feature Articles



Best Practices for Implementing an Integrated Pest Management Program

October 30, 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,...

IRS Excludes Veteran Disability Benefits from Income Calculations

October 30, 2024    

This should make it easier for veterans to qualify for affordable housing.

 

 

The IRS recently released Revenue Procedure 2024-38, which provides guidance on the alternative income eligibility requirements for the Department of Housing and Urban Development...

SSA Sets Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2025

October 30, 2024    

COLA increase set at 2.5%.

 

 

Avoid 10 Pitfalls When Responding to Sexual Harassment Complaints

September 23, 2024    

Be prepared to respond effectively when a tenant accuses a staff member.

 

 

HUD Issues NSPIRE Appeals Guidance

September 23, 2024    

We review best practices for submitting a technical review request.

 

 

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

August 29, 2024    

DOJ warns against discriminatory housing ordinances.

 

 

HUD Announces 2025 Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Rate

August 29, 2024    

You’ll use the new figures when calculating household income in 2025.

 

 

HUD recently released its annual inflationary adjustments for 2025, impacting the determination of income and assets under the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA)....

How to Treat Household's Nonrecurring Income under HOTMA

July 31, 2024    

There’s a narrower definition of excluded income now.

 

 

Low-income housing tax credit law requires site owners to use HUD’s Section 8 rules when calculating household income. According to Treasury Regulations §1.42-5(b)(1)(vii), “Tenant...

How to Prevent and Fight Against Bedbug Infestations

July 31, 2024    

The increase in infestations in the U.S. may be due to more travel.

 

 

As summer unfolds and the travel season kicks into high gear, there’s an increased risk that your household members may encounter bedbugs and bring them back to your site as unwanted...

Michigan Owner Settles HUD’s VAWA Discrimination Complaint

July 31, 2024    

And agrees to pay a penalty and train staff.

 

 

How LIHTC Developers Can Utilize Section 45L Tax Credits

June 26, 2024    

Understanding the program can help you market your site.

 

 

The Section 45L tax credit is a federal tax credit intended to foster the development of energy-efficient homes and buildings. The credit was first introduced as a tax deduction under the Energy Policy...

Best Practices to Avoid Discrimination When Using AI-Based Digital Ads

June 26, 2024    

Three kinds of AI ad tools can get you into trouble when applied to housing.

 

 

Savvy use of digital media for marketing purposes can be a useful tool for owners and managers, but it can also get them into fair housing trouble. The same artificial intelligence (...