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SUMMARY:Understanding HOME Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Gwen Volk \nRegister Here \nThe HOME Program is unique.  While some of its rules sound a little like Section 8 rules and others sound a little like tax credit rules\, HOME compliance works very differently from both of those programs.  So\, whether you are dealing only with HOME\, or working on a project that combines HOME with tax credits or section 8\, understanding the HOME program is essential.  This course covers HOME funding\, Low HOME and High HOME income limits and rents\, “fixed” versus “floating” HOME units\, leases\, inspections\, qualifying households\, recertification requirements\, calculating rent at recertification\, documenting and calculating income\, effects of combining LIHTC HOME on income limits\, rents\, compliance\, noncompliance and concludes with a quiz to find out what you have learned.  \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/understanding-home-webinar-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T113000
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SUMMARY:Green Building Systems Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Scott Ployer \nRegister Here  \nGreen Building Systems provides the participant with\nan overview of how to best manage existing as well as any\nnew building mechanical systems for optimum efficiency.\nLocations today have many types of mechanical systems and\nthey are all different. Each requires a specific set of standard\noperating procedures and protocols. This course will assist learners gain a better understanding of how understanding and performing the manufacturer’s required ongoing maintenance as well as being proactive and timely with preventive maintenance\, will ensure that these systems function as designed and at the highest levels of efficiency \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nAssess existing building systems and components and identify required O&M as well as PM needs\nList all maintenance and contractor service calls to be able to better identify system dynamics and establish baseline data\nReview current operating procedures to ensure that required work is being performed so as not to waste money\nReview capital plans to determine timing of expected replacements and associated costs\nWork with contractors to ensure that they are complying with these requirements\n\n90 Minute Webinar  \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/green-building-systems-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T170000
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UID:21197-1613030400-1613062800@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Fair Housing Compliance (FHC) Training Online
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Deb Piltch\, Piltch Associates \nRegister Here \nThe Fair Housing Compliance (FHC) course is a comprehensive program offered by the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) for property management staff. NAHMA’s Fair Housing Compliance course trains management staff to understand complex fair housing regulations. \nEach participant will receive a copy of the NAHMA Fair Housing manual. The one-day program is composed of one day of instruction with a review and a two-hour exam. Individuals must pass this exam to obtain the FHC designation. The FHC is a requirement for NAHMA’s National Affordable Housing Professional (NAHP) certification program. \nAll participants who successfully complete the course will receive a FHC certificate and pin\, and be listed in NAHMA’s Online Credential Directory. \nPlease Note:\nThis is a National Certification course.\nClass starts PROMPTLY at 8:00 AM in order to stay on-time. \nNEAHMA Members $519.00 \nNon members $659.00
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/fair-housing-compliance-fhc-training-online/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T153000
DTSTAMP:20210120T185639Z
CREATED:20210108T211125Z
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SUMMARY:MOR Preparing for Review Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Deb Piltch  \nRegister Here \nManagement and Occupancy Reviews (MORs) are occurring during COVID in locations where there are no restrictions by state or local law or ordinance to prevent them. In this training we will discuss HUD’s Guidance on MORs during COVID\, and what Contract Administrators will be looking for during the MOR.  We will also discuss  how to prepare yourself and your resident files\, policies\, procedures and management practices for compliance with HUD’s rules and regulations given the barriers COVID presents.  Discussion will include virtual processes being used to conduct the MORs\, such as in Massachusetts via the use of file and EIV information being uploaded to secure mailgate portals. \n$359 NEAHMA Members \n$509 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/mor-preparing-for-review-online-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T113000
DTSTAMP:20210107T170533Z
CREATED:20210107T165459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T170533Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Star and Water Sense Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Scott Ployer \nRegister Here  \nEnergy Star and WaterSense Programs provides an overview of two of the best resources available from the U.S. government.\nEnergy Star™ is a joint initiative between the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The goal is two-fold; to help consumers\, businesses and industry save money and to protect the environment through the adoption of energy-efficient practices and products.\nWater Sense is another environmental partnership program administered through the U.S. Department of Environmental Protection (EPA) whose focus is on water conservation through a variety of resources designed to provide product knowledge through labeling on products that save water.\nLearning Outcomes \nThe participant will learn to: \n• Identify opportunities to conserve both energy and water at their communities\n• Assess and modify existing standard operating procedures that will further reduce consumption and save money\n• Promote environmental stewardship at all levels of the organization and with residents\n• Evaluate which products being used have the appropriate labeling and explore additional opportunities to procure and install products that do\n• Work with suppliers and installation contractors to ensure that they too comply with these initiatives \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/energy-star-and-water-sense-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T153000
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CREATED:20210106T164240Z
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UID:21190-1611306000-1611329400@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Basic Tax Credit Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Deb Piltch  \nRegister Here \n\n\nTrainer: Deb Piltch\, Piltch Associates \nThis course is designed for beginner level tax credit managers. It is a great pre-cursor to the SHCM prep course as well as the advanced level tax credit course being held later in the year.\nThis training will provide participants with an overview of the Tax Credit Program.  We will explore the governing rules\, the role of the owner investor(s) and state agency\, key terms including\, but not limited to\, the building identification number (BIN)\, eligible basis\, the minimum set aside\, target fraction\, applicable fraction\, qualified basis\, placed in service\, as well as discuss issues relating to income limits\, maximum gross rent\, student status\, and determining gross annual income.  We will also discuss rules specific to the tax credit program\, including the vacant unit rule and the next available unit rule\, and what a monitoring agency expects from owners regarding documenting the eligibility of residents.  \nPlease bring a calculator. \n\n \n\n$359 NEAHMA Members\n$509 Non Members\n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/basic-tax-credit-online-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T113000
DTSTAMP:20201215T011307Z
CREATED:20201215T010000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T011307Z
UID:21175-1610618400-1610623800@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:The year in review and what lies ahead webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer: Gwen Volk \nRegister Here \n2020 was a stressful year filled with worries and added burdens that had us remote\, distracted and on overload. As a result\, there are some industry specifics we may have missed. This webinar will provide a timeline and overview of legislative and regulatory happenings in 2020 for HUD\, RD\, and the IRS\, as well as the current status of COVID 19 policies\, and a forecast of things to come this year. What were the challenges\, what are the opportunities\, and what trends are here to stay? Let’s take a closer look \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/the-year-in-review-and-what-lies-ahead-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T160000
DTSTAMP:20210106T164655Z
CREATED:20210106T163102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T164655Z
UID:21187-1610442000-1610467200@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Basic Occupancy Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nThis is a recommended course by NEAHMA as an excellent pre-cursor to the CPO Course \nTrainer: Deb Piltch\, Piltch Associates \nWho Should attend this Workshop? \nNew staff in a variety of positions at HUD assisted affordable housing programs. \nHousing staff needing a refresher or update on the 4350.3 rev-1 Handbook. \nManagement staff wanting a one-day preparatory for the more in –depth Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) course. \nThis workshop will explain regulations as governed by the 4350.3 Occupancy Handbook and provide a thorough overview of the HUD housing programs. The program will cover relevant topics and regulations for on site staff and establish a solid foundation for material covered more thoroughly during NAHMA’s “Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO)” course. \nAttendees should plan to bring a 4350.3 rev-1 Handbook with them if possible and a calculator is helpful\, but not necessary. \nCourse Outline: \nOverview of HUD Programs \nThe Application and Eligibility Determination Process \nMaintaining the Wait List. Organizing\, Updating\, Opening/Closing the List \nVerification of Information: HUD’s requirements \nOverview of Rent and HAP Calculations \nAnnual Re-certifications: Timetable\, Procedures; Resulting Rent Change \nInterim Adjustments \n$359 NEAHMA members \n$509 Non members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/basic-occupancy-online/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T113000
DTSTAMP:20201206T192435Z
CREATED:20201206T191322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201206T192435Z
UID:21166-1608026400-1608031800@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Green Cleaning Practices Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Scott Ployer \nRegister Here \nGreen Cleaning Practices provides participants with an overview of green housekeeping and cleaning initiatives in the industry today that can reduce overall environmental impact. Chemical contaminants in standard commercial-grade products on the market today are not as safe as everyone thinks. And what about all of those plastic containers? Plastic has overtaken our world’s landfills\, waterways\, oceans and seas and has very little chance of breaking down for many hundreds of years. \nThe participant will learn to: \n• Identify opportunities to modify existing housekeeping and cleaning programs for higher degrees of environmental stewardship\n• Evaluate which products on the market today are truly green and which ones appear to be green but\, in fact may just be green-washed.\n• Assess current housekeeping and cleaning protocols and learn new information on how to set-up a new\, more effective cleaning program\n• Create a resident education program that helps everyone in the community make better choices when selecting cleaning products for their homes\n• Work with vendors and contractors to ensuring that any products or programs they use on-site meet these standards \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members  \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/green-cleaning-practices-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T120000
DTSTAMP:20201201T150519Z
CREATED:20201130T205537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T150519Z
UID:21157-1608019200-1608206400@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Online 3 Day CPO (Certified Professional of Occupancy)
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Deb Piltch \nRegister Here  \nThe Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) course is a comprehensive program offered by the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) for property management staff in affordable developments\, including LIHTC. It is the only occupancy course that covers the HUD 4350.3 Handbook in its entirety\, with specific handbook references cited in the margins of the course text. \nThe two and a half day program is composed of occupancy focused instruction. Participants will receive a voucher from their hosting AHMA to take the CPO exam independently on their own at their home office\, or property. Students that successfully pass the exam will receive a CPO certificate and lapel pin. All CPOs will be listed in an online national certification directory. The CPO is a requirement for NAHMA’s National Affordable Housing Professional (NAHP®) certification program.  \nIt is recommended that course attendees have a basic knowledge of the HUD 4350.3 Rev – 1 (change 4) Handbook prior to registration.   \nPlease have a calculator\, highlighters and post it notes on hand for the training. \nNEAHMA Members $819 \nNon Members $969
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/online-3-day-cpo-certified-professional-of-occupancy/
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENTS,WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T113000
DTSTAMP:20201130T204231Z
CREATED:20201130T204231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T204231Z
UID:21153-1607421600-1607427000@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Interviewing Applicants During COVID 19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Rose Rafuse \nRegister Here \nWith the combination of colder weather and another surge of COVID-19 upon us\, Owners and Agents are facing unprecedented challenges as they try to balance filling vacant units with ensuring the safety of staff\, residents and applicants. In this hour and a half webinar\, we will explore alternatives to conducting in-person applicant interviews. We will examine the different signature types and review suggested practices to obtain verifications while maintaining document security. Finally\, we will discuss social-distancing methods for showing vacant apartments and conducting move-in inspections. \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/interviewing-applicants-during-covid-19-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T143000
DTSTAMP:20201119T183133Z
CREATED:20201119T182851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T183133Z
UID:21136-1606827600-1606833000@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Back to REAC Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Scott Precourt \nRegister Here \nREAC Inspections Are Returning After A Six-Month Hiatus. What You Need to Know About Getting Inspection Ready REAC Preparation is something that used to be part of the everyday operations at HUD Properties. However\, many properties suspended regular maintenance during COVID-19. This deferred months of vital repairs other than tenant reported emergencies. Now\, REAC is starting to resume inspections\, which means that property owners have to get their properties ready like never before. Getting ready for REAC is typically about double-checking regular maintenance. Now\, it’s about doing maintenance catch-up and prioritizing repairs. It’s about putting safety first and making sure a property is well maintained and providing a safe living environment. What to Expect When Getting Ready for Your Next REAC Inspection REAC Inspections have been steadily changing over the last few years. The focus is changing from a risk-based assessment to a review of the quality and accuracy of proper regular maintenance. Some of these changes have been confusing\, as the execution of the changes has been uneven at times. This combined with the NSPIRE demonstration program has left many unsure of what to do and what to expect from REAC Inspections. During this webinar\, we’ll break down the expectations of what good\, regular maintenance is\, and how it intersects with REAC’s requirements. How Do I Know If I Will Get a REAC Inspection? REAC has released a Return to Operations plan\, identifying which properties are eligible for inspection\, based on both the type of property and COVID-19 data in the property’s county. We will discuss the specifics of the Return to Operations plan so you can have a better idea of when a REAC inspection might occur. Whether or not a REAC Inspection is coming in weeks\, months\, or years\, now is the time to look towards getting properties inspection-ready at all times. This webinar is a terrific resource for both maintenance and managers alike\, all looking for ways to ensure a safe and operable home for families during these difficult times. During this webinar\, Scott Precourt of US Housing Consultants will discuss the best practices for getting ready for REAC under this unique set of circumstances. This webinar discusses: \nRecent Changes to REAC \nREAC’s Return to Operations Plan \nWhat NSPIRE Is and What It Is Not \nHow to best prepare for REAC after a maintenance shut-down \nProtecting your property and your residents at the same time \nWhat to prioritize in your REAC preparation \n  \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/back-to-reac-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T140000
DTSTAMP:20201102T145416Z
CREATED:20200911T202502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T145416Z
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SUMMARY:NEAHMA Virtual Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register to attend\n \nNEAHMA’s Annual Conference has gone virtual for 2020!\n \nWe are excited to invite you to join us for NEAHMA’s Virtual Annual 2020 Conference on November 17-18\, 2020\n \n\nCome see what is new with the Affordable Housing Industry and with NEAHMA!\nTwo days of virtual training including topics focused on Management\, Maintenance and Resident Service Coordination\nYou choose what to attend “live” as trainings happen\, and you will be able to access all other trainings for up to one year after the conference\nNetwork with vendors at our virtual trade show\n\nSee the agenda HERE  \nVendor Registration
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/neahma-virtual-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:CONFERENCES,WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T110000
DTSTAMP:20201026T145325Z
CREATED:20201026T145219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T145325Z
UID:21112-1603963800-1603969200@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Working with Assets Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer: Gwen Volk \nRegister Here  \nFocus: The 4350.3 Chapter 5 and Exhibit 5-2 define what is and is not an asset for all affordable housing programs. Methods of verifying assets and calculating income from assets\, however\, can and sometimes do differ from program to program and from state to state. This class takes an in depth look at the various types of assets and assets disposed of for less than fair market value including methods of verifying assets and calculating income from assets for HUD\, RD\, Tax Credit and HOME and any state-specific LIHTC requirements for the New England states. Mini-quizzes and case studies will be included. Students will need a calculator. \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/working-with-assets-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T113000
DTSTAMP:20201008T153555Z
CREATED:20201008T153446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T153555Z
UID:21089-1603879200-1603884600@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:TRACS 3 Part Webinar Series Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Trainer Nicole Scott \nRegister Here \nTRACS  Webinar Series \nPart 1:Understanding TRACS-Wednesday\, October 14\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPart 2: MAT Transmission- Wednesday\, October 21\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPart 3: Subsystems- Wednesday\, October 28\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nNEAHMA is excited to offer a three part webinar series designed to help Owners and Agents gain a thorough understanding of the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Tenant Rental Assistance Certification System\, or TRACS. \nThe topics covered in this training include:\na basic understanding of the TRACS system\, including the Voucher and Tenant Queries in TRACS’ Subsystems\, best practice recommendations for transmitting certified tenant data and subsidy payment vouchers electronically to HUD as well as basic skills for troubleshooting TRACS errors. \nIn part one of our series\, we will provide an overview of the TRACS system as well as the Monthly Activity Transmission\, which is commonly referred to as the MAT. Additionally\, we will discuss format requirements for MAT records and introduce MAT Header records. \nIn part two of our series\, we will discuss the different MAT record types in detail as well as review MAT error messages to teach users how to resolve TRACS errors. We will end part two with a discussion of MAT transmission protocols\, which includes a review of TRACS’ batch processing order. \nFinally\, in part three of our series we will discuss the Voucher and Tenant Queries available in TRACS’ Subsystems as well as provide a recommended TRACS monthly workflow for both users that transmit TRACS directly to HUD as well as users that transmit TRACS to a third party Contract Administrator. \nEach Session is 90 Minutes  \n$109 Per Webinar NEAHMA Members \n$189 Per Webinar Non Members \n  \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/tracs-3-part-webinar-series-part-3/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T113000
DTSTAMP:20201007T163812Z
CREATED:20201007T163812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T163812Z
UID:21087-1603274400-1603279800@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:TRACS 3 Part Webinar Series Part 2 - Transmission
DESCRIPTION:Trainer: Nicole Scott \nRegister Here  \n\n\n\nTRACS  Webinar Series \nPart 1:Understanding TRACS-Wednesday\, October 14\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPart 2: MAT Transmission- Wednesday\, October 21\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPart 3: Subsystems- Wednesday\, October 28\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nNEAHMA is excited to offer a three part webinar series designed to help Owners and Agents gain a thorough understanding of the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Tenant Rental Assistance Certification System\, or TRACS. \nThe topics covered in this training include:\na basic understanding of the TRACS system\, including the Voucher and Tenant Queries in TRACS’ Subsystems\, best practice recommendations for transmitting certified tenant data and subsidy payment vouchers electronically to HUD as well as basic skills for troubleshooting TRACS errors. \nIn part one of our series\, we will provide an overview of the TRACS system as well as the Monthly Activity Transmission\, which is commonly referred to as the MAT. Additionally\, we will discuss format requirements for MAT records and introduce MAT Header records. \nIn part two of our series\, we will discuss the different MAT record types in detail as well as review MAT error messages to teach users how to resolve TRACS errors. We will end part two with a discussion of MAT transmission protocols\, which includes a review of TRACS’ batch processing order. \nFinally\, in part three of our series we will discuss the Voucher and Tenant Queries available in TRACS’ Subsystems as well as provide a recommended TRACS monthly workflow for both users that transmit TRACS directly to HUD as well as users that transmit TRACS to a third party Contract Administrator. \nEach Session is 90 Minutes  \n$109 Per Webinar NEAHMA Members \n$189 Per Webinar Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/tracs-3-part-webinar-series-part-2-transmission/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T143000
DTSTAMP:20201008T154412Z
CREATED:20201008T153828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T154412Z
UID:21092-1602766800-1602772200@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Are You Ready for the New CDC and the End of the MA Essential Eviction Law Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Frank Flynn  \nRegister Here  \nIn this webinar we will discuss and you will learn the full impact of the upcoming end of the Massachusetts Essential Eviction Law and the recent CDC eviction moratorium on the housing industry including the following topics: \n\nWhat legal cases can we bring once the Massachusetts Essential Eviction Law ends?\nHow does the end of the Massachusetts Essential Eviction law interact with the Federal CDC eviction moratorium?\nIs the Federal CDC Eviction Moratorium even legal? What authority does the CDC have to force me to keep a non-paying tenant?\nDoes the CDC Eviction Moratorium apply to my property? Is every tenant protected by the CDC Eviction Moratorium? Does the CDC Eviction Moratorium change the state/local moratorium?\nHow do I know if a tenant is eligible for the CDC Eviction moratorium? What happens if a tenant lies and says they are eligible?\nWhat happens if I violate the CDC moratorium?\n\nWe will also discuss anything else the Federal\, State or Local government decides to throw at property management companies between now and the webinar. These are turbulent times in the housing industry\, come join the Flynn Law Group as we discuss how to manage your property through the pandemic. \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/are-you-ready-for-the-new-cdc-and-the-end-of-the-ma-essential-eviction-law-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T113000
DTSTAMP:20201007T162415Z
CREATED:20201007T162415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T162415Z
UID:21083-1602756000-1602761400@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Managing the LIHTC Utility Allowance Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer: Gwen Volk\n \nRegister Here  \nMaking a mistake in the calculation or timing of a utlity allowance and/or failing to analyze the effect on tenant rents can be costly.  In this class\, you will learn: how utility allowances affect your rents\, what methods are allowed by the IRS and by your state\, how they work\, what makes the most sense for your property\, If\, when\, why and how you can or should change the method you are using\, how other funding sources (HUD/RD/HOME) affect your choices\, your responsibilities to the tenant\, to the owner and to the monitoring agency. \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/managing-the-lihtc-utility-allowance-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T113000
DTSTAMP:20201007T163257Z
CREATED:20201007T163257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T163257Z
UID:21085-1602669600-1602675000@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:TRACS 3 Part Webinar Series Part 1 Understanding TRACS
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Nicole Scott \nRegister Here  \n  \nTRACS  Webinar Series \nPart 1:Understanding TRACS-Wednesday\, October 14\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPart 2: MAT Transmission- Wednesday\, October 21\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPart 3: Subsystems- Wednesday\, October 28\, 2020 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nPresenter: Nicki Scott\nNEAHMA is excited to offer a three part webinar series designed to help Owners and Agents gain a thorough understanding of the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Tenant Rental Assistance Certification System\, or TRACS. \nThe topics covered in this training include:\na basic understanding of the TRACS system\, including the Voucher and Tenant Queries in TRACS’ Subsystems\, best practice recommendations for transmitting certified tenant data and subsidy payment vouchers electronically to HUD as well as basic skills for troubleshooting TRACS errors. \nIn part one of our series\, we will provide an overview of the TRACS system as well as the Monthly Activity Transmission\, which is commonly referred to as the MAT. Additionally\, we will discuss format requirements for MAT records and introduce MAT Header records. \nIn part two of our series\, we will discuss the different MAT record types in detail as well as review MAT error messages to teach users how to resolve TRACS errors. We will end part two with a discussion of MAT transmission protocols\, which includes a review of TRACS’ batch processing order. \nFinally\, in part three of our series we will discuss the Voucher and Tenant Queries available in TRACS’ Subsystems as well as provide a recommended TRACS monthly workflow for both users that transmit TRACS directly to HUD as well as users that transmit TRACS to a third party Contract Administrator. \n\n\n\n\nEach session is a 90 Minute Webinar\n\n \n$109 per session NEAHMA Members\n$189 Per Session Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/tracs-3-part-webinar-series-part-1-understanding-tracs/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T120000
DTSTAMP:20200930T153115Z
CREATED:20200930T143418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T153115Z
UID:21069-1602579600-1602590400@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:1/2 Day Reasonable Accommodations Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Deb Piltch  \nRegister Here  \nThis important workshop is for: All Office\, Maintenance Staff & RSC/RADs \nThis training will examine Federal requirements to provide persons with disabilities reasonable accommodation throughout the occupancy cycle. It will shed light on the confusion regarding what a housing provider’s legal obligations are in the area of reasonable accommodation. \nWe will also discuss how state and local law may have an impact on a site’s obligation as well. \n$209 NEAHMA Members \n$289 Non Members \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/1-2-day-reasonable-accommodations-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T113000
DTSTAMP:20200930T143256Z
CREATED:20200930T142314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T143256Z
UID:21066-1602151200-1602156600@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:How to write an (approvable) AFHMP Webinar with Gwen Volk
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Gwen Volk \nRegister Here \nFocus: Managers should not need a course in statistics or even an MBA to develop an AFHMP that meets the requirements of the current 935.2A form. This webinar takes the participants through the process of completing a sample AFHMP — including learning how to navigate the data.census.gov and geocoding.geo.census.gov. The Census Bureau decommissioned the American Factfinder on March 31\, 2020 so the method of retrieving the data and maps has changed dramatically. Learn how to navigate these and interpret the data\, identify community contacts\, work with the field office\, and expedite the approval process. In the past two years Gwen has prepared\, reviewed and revised more than 150 AFHMP’s for national companies and non-profits in numerous states for HUD\, RD and even state agencies that require them. Let her show you how it’s done. \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/how-to-write-an-approvable-afhmp-webinar-with-gwen-volk/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T120000
DTSTAMP:20200928T160724Z
CREATED:20200928T160106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T160724Z
UID:21059-1602064800-1602072000@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Limited English Proficiency Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Deb Piltch \nRegister Here \nDuring this webinar we will: \n\nReview the legal framework for providing applicants and residents whose primary language isn’t English and who as a result have limited English proficiency (LEP) meaningful access to our housing programs and activities;\nDiscuss what our legal obligations mean from a practical standpoint in relation to housing operations: completing applications\, conducting recerts\, responding to maintenance requests\, and resident service programs and activities.  Attention will be paid to alternative methods of operation during COVID-19;\nFocus on best business practices and resources available for both oral and written communication\, including electronic communication.\n\n  \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/limited-english-proficiency-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T160000
DTSTAMP:20200826T181534Z
CREATED:20200826T181414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T181534Z
UID:21046-1602061200-1602086400@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:EIV 201 Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Nicole Scott \nRegister Here  \n\nThis training will help participants with EIV Income Discrepancy investigation and resolution. The class will begin with a review the of the Income and Income Discrepancy reports where we will focus on the schedule for running each report as well as how to interpret the report data. Significant time will be spent discussing how to determine\, investigate and document both valid and invalid EIV Income Discrepancies. We will then cover Repayment Agreements which will include a discussion on requirements\, negotiation\, documentation\, and processing. Case studies will be used to provide participants with hands on experience in performing the step by step process of investigating and resolving EIV Income Discrepancies.\n\n \n$349 NEAHMA Members\n \n$429 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/eiv-201-online-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T160000
DTSTAMP:20200911T202350Z
CREATED:20200911T202350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T202350Z
UID:21052-1601373600-1601395200@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Harassment Training
DESCRIPTION:Trainer: Deb Piltch  \nRegister Here  \nHarassment takes place in the workplaces and living environments we manage\, including: \n•Harassment between employees (both managers and co-workers\, whether paid or not\, such as interns)\n•Harassment between employees and contractors\, agents\, vendors\n•Harassment between employees and residents (and their visitors); and\n•Harassment between residents (and their visitors) \nCompanies must be committed to cultivating a respectful workplace and seek to ensure inappropriate and harassing behavior is not a part of the work environment. To achieve this\, anti-harassment training is mandated in some states\, and is recommended by government agencies\, including HUD\, and business groups as an effective tool to reduce incidents and avoid costly lawsuits. This class will review definitions of harassment\, including sexual harassment and provides guidance on when\, where\, and how harassment can take place. During the training\, participants will engage in activities to ensure they understand\, and can successfully navigate complex and difficult situations. We will focus on the varying roles people may find themselves in or perceived to be in: victim\, observer\, and harasser. We will also discuss the responsibility of supervisors\, and the importance of knowing company policies and protocols\, and reporting mechanisms. \nNEAHMA Members $359 \nNon Members $509 \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/comprehensive-harassment-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T160000
DTSTAMP:20200824T204826Z
CREATED:20200824T202219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200824T204826Z
UID:21038-1600419600-1600444800@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Basic Occupancy Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Register Here  \nThis is a recommended course by NEAHMA as an excellent pre-cursor to the CPO Course  \nTrainer: Deb Piltch\, Piltch Associates  \n\nWho Should attend this Workshop?\nNew staff in a variety of positions at HUD assisted affordable housing programs\nHousing staff needing a refresher or update on the 4350.3 rev-1 Handbook\nManagement staff wanting a one-day preparatory for the more in –depth Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) course\n\nThis workshop will explain regulations as governed by the 4350.3 Occupancy Handbook and provide a thorough overview of the HUD housing programs. The program will cover relevant topics and regulations for on site staff and establish a solid foundation for material covered more thoroughly during NAHMA’s “Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO)” course.  \nAttendees should plan to bring a 4350.3 rev-1 Handbook with them if possible and a calculator is helpful\, but not necessary. \nCourse Outline: \n\nOverview of HUD Programs\nThe Application and Eligibility Determination Process\nMaintaining the Wait List. Organizing\, Updating\, Opening/Closing the List\nVerification of Information: HUD’s requirements\nOverview of Rent and HAP Calculations\nAnnual Re-certifications: Timetable\, Procedures; Resulting Rent Change\nInterim Adjustments\n\n$359 NEAHMA Members \n$509 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/basic-occupancy-online-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T170000
DTSTAMP:20200824T201617Z
CREATED:20200824T201617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200824T201617Z
UID:21035-1600156800-1600275600@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Tax Credit and SHCM Exam Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nTrainer: Deb Piltch\, Piltch Associates \nThis is an excellent opportunity for you to receive comprehensive Tax Credit training coupled with an opportunity to take the industry’s newest credential exam. \nCourse Overview: \nOne and a half days of training (totaling 12 hours of training) highlighting the major areas of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program. The course will cover; Program Regulations\, Unit Eligibility and Certification\, Recertification\, Documentation & Recordkeeping as well as Monitoring and Reporting Compliance. During the course of this program you will find that all of the testable subject areas found on the NAHMA\, Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM) Certification examination will be covered. We will offer the SHCM exam (optional) the afternoon of day two. \nIf you have less than one years’ experience\, below are some suggested precursor tax credit trainings that NEAHMA offers that will better prepare you for this training. \n• Basic Tax Credit – Designed for beginner level tax credit managers and will provide participants with an overview of the Tax Credit Program.\n• LIHTC File Audit – The course will begin with an overview of the timing of a monitoring agency’s tax credit file audit\, the information they will be looking to confirm in the files\, the information monitors will request prior to the audit.\n• Calculating Income – This is an important workshop for anyone who manages a tax credit site or who is responsible for the calculation of gross income at move-in or recertification at a tax credit site. \nFrequently Asked Questions about the SHCM™ Certification\nQ. What is the SHCM Certification? \nA. The Specialist in Housing Credit Management (SHCM) Certification has been developed by the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) in partnership with The National Apartment Association (NAA) and the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) especially for management professionals involved with properties developed and operated under the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. The SCHM is designed by management professionals for management professionals to ensure that they have attained the knowledge\, experience and competence required to excel in the housing credit property management industry. \nQ. Why do we need the SHCM Certification? \nA. To maximize their career\, managers in the affordable housing industry must be able to demonstrate their experience and expertise in mastering the complex requirements for the LIHTC program to their peers\, employers\, residents\, regulators and the general public. Earning your SHCM enables you to do just that. \nQ. How do I earn the SHCM Certification? \nA. To earn a SHCM\, candidates must successfully accumulate a minimum of 12 hours (actual instruction time) of housing credit specific coursework or training\, successfully pass the SHCM exam\, demonstrate a minimum of two years of housing credit management employment experience and submit the application. \nQ. Where can I get the SHCM Application? \nA. The application is available on- line at the following website:\nhttp://www.nahma.org/wp-content/uploads/files/SHCM%20Brochure%208%2005.pdf \nQ. Why is there a separate examination fee from the course tuition and registration? \nA. There are many approved providers of LIHTC Training. So that housing credit professionals who have achieved the required prerequisite training can take the optional SHCM certification exam\, it was decided that the test would be covered by a separate fee from the training curriculum. \nQ. How often will the SHCM examination be offered? \nA. NEAHMA is committed to providing you with the training you need to advance your career. Because we can not tell when an affordable housing professional will accomplish the prerequisites for SHCM designation\, we will offer the exam each time we provide LIHTC training. \n  \n$629 NEAHMA Members for Course and Exam  \n$809 Non Members 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/tax-credit-and-shcm-exam-online-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T113000
DTSTAMP:20200805T174112Z
CREATED:20200805T174112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T174112Z
UID:21002-1599732000-1599737400@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Safety Planning - Minimizing Impacts to Operations Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer Scott Ployer \nRegister Here \nSafety Planning: Minimizing Impacts to Operations will provide participants with an overview of the required components of an effective\, well-managed safety management program. Whether you are developing a new safety program and want to know what to include or you want additional information on how to improve your existing day-to-day safety culture\, we will provide insight and a proven industry experience on how to accomplish this task. We will discuss how to prepare for a variety of emergencies and yes…now even for a pandemic. Safety management is an ongoing process requiring continuous improvements. Learn how you can play a vital role in achieving its success. \nParticipants will learn: \n• Why safety planning is so critical to a company’s operations\n• The who\, what\, when\, where\, why and how of a successful safety management program\n• Why an effective safety management program not only helps to protect staff\, residents and the public in general\, but can also help to control a number of operating costs including insurance premiums\n• Successful strategies you should consider when developing or enhancing your safety program\n• How effective planning helps to maintain your company’s reputation within the community\n• The difference between a safety plan and a business continuity plan and why you need both\n• Maximizing your relationship with your insurance carriers\n• Safety programming\, even on a budget\n• Business Continuity Planning – How to Manage the “After.” \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members  \n$189 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/safety-planning-minimizing-impacts-to-operations-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200909T163000
DTSTAMP:20200826T184658Z
CREATED:20200826T180751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T184658Z
UID:21043-1599642000-1599669000@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:EIV 101 Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Nicole Scott \nRegister Here  \nThis is a recommended course by NEAHMA for all property managers. \nThis training will help participants understand their obligations in relation to HUD’s Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) System. The class will begin with a discussion on the overview and purpose of EIV\, including program applicability\, file documentation and retention requirements as well as a review of the controlling guidance from the 4350.3\, REV-1. We will then focus on the schedule for running each report\, how to interpret the report data\, and how to perform applicable follow up when needed. We will also provide an overview of the Income and Income Discrepancy Reports including best practice recommendations on how to fit EIV into your daily workflow. We will conclude this course by covering the security obligations of coordinators\, users and non-users\, which includes how to obtain and renew EIV system access. \n$349 NEAHMA Members \n$429 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/eiv-101-online-training/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T113000
DTSTAMP:20200824T191701Z
CREATED:20200824T185902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200824T191701Z
UID:21031-1599040800-1599046200@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Managing the LIHTC Utility Allowance Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trainer:  Gwen Volk \nRegister Here \nMaking a mistake in the calculation or timing of a utlity allowance and/or failing to analyze the effect on tenant rents can be costly.  In this class\, you will learn: how utility allowances affect your rents\, what methods are allowed by the IRS and by your state\, how they work\, what makes the most sense for your property\, If\, when\, why and how you can or should change the method you are using\, how other funding sources (HUD/RD/HOME) affect your choices\, your responsibilities to the tenant\, to the owner and to the monitoring agency. \n  \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 NEAHMA Members \n$189 Non Members \n 
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/managing-the-lihtc-utility-allowance-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200828T113000
DTSTAMP:20200805T174154Z
CREATED:20200408T153306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T174154Z
UID:20891-1598608800-1598614200@www.neahma.org
SUMMARY:Integrated Pest Management Webinar - Scott Ployer
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nTrainer: Scott Ployer \nIntegrated Pest Management provides participants with an overview of integrated pest management protocols and why they are important to the maintenance and upkeep of safe and healthy housing. HUD regulations require that all government assisted properties be well-maintained including\, but not limited to being pest-free. The integrated pest management (IPM) plan provides ongoing guidance to ensure compliance and is also part of the larger Green O&M Plan which will be discussed in Course 6. \nLearning Outcomes \nThe participant will learn to: \n• Implement the basic principles of IPM with an understanding of how and why this multifaceted approach is important\n• Utilize both scheduled as well as ad-hoc inspections to identify issues or potential problems in various locations\n• Research\, qualify\, select and collaborate with the designated IPM contractor performing services at the community\n• Understand the required elements of a successful IPM program and how to ensure compliance with measurable favorable results\n• Educate residents on the importance of this initiative as it affects them and why ownership and management need their cooperation \n90 Minute Webinar \n$109 Members  \n$189 Non Members
URL:https://www.neahma.org/events/integrated-pest-management-webinar-scott-ployer/
CATEGORIES:WEBINARS
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