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SAVE System Code 33

SAVE System Code 33   All HUD multifamily housing managers are required to use the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) system to check the legal background of individuals appl...

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HUD Proposed Rule on Pet Deposits for Multifamily Housing

HUD published a proposed rule in the Federal Register on May 24, 2013 that would change the requirements for owners of HUD-assisted multifamily housing relative to the collection of pet deposits on pr...

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UPCS Changes to Fence and Gate Inspection Standards

One significant change in the Uniform Physical Condition Standard (UPCS) that became effective on January 1, 2013 relates to the way inspectors will assess deficiencies in fencing and gates. Such fi...

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Processing Requests for Minimum Rent Exemption

Sequestration is resulting in considerable financial difficulty for thousands of people. In California, federal unemployment benefits have been cut for more than 400,000 people. 70,000 children in the...

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More Focus on National Origin Discrimination Since Boston Marathon Attack

Since the bombing attack at the Boston Marathon in April 2013, social media sites have been swamped with anti-Islamic sentiment. This is reminiscent of what happened just after the 9/11 terrorist atta...

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Importance of Updating the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plan

While all federally assisted housing properties are required to update their Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans (AFHMP) at least every five years, HUD requires that the Plan actually reflect the...

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HUD Provides Updated Guidance Regarding Assistance Animals

HUD Issues Notice Clarifying Service Animal Issues   On April 25, 2013, HUD issues FHEO Notice 2013-01, Service Animals and Assistance Animals for People with Disabilities in Housing and HUD-Fu...

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New Veteran Preference for New Jersey Properties

Governor Chris Christie recently signed into law legislation that will expand access to affordable housing for New Jersey veterans. This new program allows owners of affordable housing to give a pre...

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