DESCRIPTION
Paul Flogstad will discuss HUD's annual certification process that needs to be performed when one first applies for affordable housing. You will find out how to avoid the mistakes that are made most often. Paul will discuss the various HUD policies like the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), house rules, VAWA and EIV data. Paul will also provide informative and practical steps on resolving conflicts concerning incorrect EIV reports and income discrepancy.
Session Objectives:
- House rules
- Project eligibility requirements
- Income limits (including economic mix for Section 8 properties)
- Procedures for taking applications and selecting from the waiting list
- Occupancy standards
- Unit transfer policies
- Policies to comply with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
- Policy for opening and closing the waiting list
- Eligibility of students
- VAWA protections
Session-1: HUD Guidance on Criminal Activity, Screening, and Tenancy
Length: 45 minutes
This session will also include an exploration of all facets of correct screening of applicants.
Session Highlights:
- Fair housing, disparate impact and the effect on criminal policies
- Learn about HUD's criminal screening criteria
- Review of other HUD guidance (memos, handbooks, notices)
Session-2: HUD'S Annual Certification Process
Length: 45 minutes
This session will discuss what changes you should look for, such as family composition, income sources and amounts as well as dates of birth and social security numbers for all family members. A discrepancy may suggest additional questions should be asked. This session will cover which questions should be asked that may lead to a reduced number of EIV Income discrepancies down the road.
Session Highlights:
- Learn about the annual certification process
- Learn where to get the LEAP from, and how to follow instructions
- Find out what mistakes people often make, and how to avoid them
Session-3: HUD Policy Checkup – TSPs, House Rules, VAWA
Length: 45 minutes
After receiving this training, will be useful for your potential applicants and current tenants yet still be compliant with HUD.
Session Highlights:
- Discuss the various policies of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Learn about house rules, and how they benefit the residents
- Find out about the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) – what are your responsibilities?
Session-4: EIV Reporting Updates and Income Discrepancy
Length: 45 minutes
Paul will discuss common situations such as: failure to disclose income, erratic employment, residents claiming zero income, excluded income and residents receiving survivor benefits.
- Understand the basics of income discrepancy
- Find out how to obtain verification of disputed EIV data
- Discuss the 8 steps necessary to resolve an income discrepancy
Who Will Benefit:
- Owners, Managers, Realtors
- VP Operations, VP Administration
- Compliance Staff, Attorneys
- Housing Authority Staff, Managers, Maintenance Staff
- Developers, CXOs
- Property Owners, General Public
- Housing Consultants, Counsellors
- Housing Associations, Rent Managers
