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Navigating the HOME Final Rule- Key Updates on Property Standards and Inspections

January 12, 2025

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently updated the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Final Rule, emphasizing enhanced property standards and inspection requirements for participating jurisdictions (PJs). These updates aim to improve safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and…

HUD Issues Final Rule Updating HOME Investment Partnerships Program

January 3, 2025

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a significant update to the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) program regulations. This final rule, which will be published in the Federal Register on January 6, 2025, aims to modernize…

Trump Nominates Scott Turner as HUD Secretary

December 21, 2024

In a significant move relating to affordable housing, former President Donald Trump has nominated Scott Turner as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Known for his leadership and commitment to community development, Turner brings a…

Federal Housing Policy Response to America’s Housing Crisis- Key Takeaways from the National Housing Task Force Report

November 24, 2024

The National Housing Crisis Task Force, a bipartisan coalition of practitioners and policymakers, has released a comprehensive federal policy agenda to address America’s deepening housing crisis. The report, released in November 2024, and titled “From Crisis to Transformation: A Federal…

Impact of the Election on Affordable Rental Housing Production

November 9, 2024

While it is too early to predict with any certainty what the election of Donald Trump will mean for the affordable housing industry, we can make some assumptions based on the policy positions he has outlined so far. Trump’s election…

IRS Announces Historic Increases for 2025 Tax Credit Multipliers and Small State Minimums

October 26, 2024

On October 22, 2024, in Revenue Procedure 2024-40, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) revealed significant increases for key tax credit multipliers and minimum thresholds for 2025, setting historic highs in several areas. These changes impact the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit…

A. J. Johnson to Participate in 29th Annual Mid-Atlantic AHMA Fall Conference

October 14, 2024

A. J. Johnson will participate in the Mid-Atlantic Affordable Housing Management Association (AHMA) 29th Annual Fall Conference, which will take place in Richmond, VA, from November 19-21, 2024. This year’s conference promises to be invaluable for professionals in the affordable…

Rural Development Issues Emergency Call System Guidance

October 11, 2024

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) has issued an Unnumbered Letter providing guidance to Multifamily Housing (MFH) staff and program participants regarding emergency call systems, also referred to as “pullcords” in MFH units. Installing and using emergency call systems in MFH…

New York City Reaches Landmark Settlement Agreement on Fair Housing Practices

October 6, 2024

In a significant development for fair housing in New York City, Parkchester, a major residential complex in the Bronx, has entered into a comprehensive settlement agreement to address allegations of discriminatory rental practices. The deal, reached with the New York…

Rural Development Provides Timeline for HOTMA Implementation

September 4, 2024

On September 4, 2024, the Rural Housing Service (RHS) Office of Multifamily Housing (MFH) published an Unnumbered Letter (UL) notifying MFH staff of the anticipated timeline for implementing the requirements of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA). The HOTMA…

Justice Department Sues RealPage for Colluding to Raise Rents

August 23, 2024

On August 23, 2024, The U.S. Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against RealPage, a real estate software company used by many affordable housing properties, alleging that its software enabled landlords to collude in raising rents across the United…

A.J. Johnson Consulting Services, Inc. Welcomes Back Lori Neff

July 20, 2024

A.J. Johnson Consulting Services, Inc., a leader in affordable housing compliance consulting, is thrilled to announce the return of Lori Neff to our team. Lori rejoined the company on July 16, 2024, bringing diverse experience and expertise. A Familiar Face…

HUD Proposes Comprehensive Changes to HOME Rules

May 19, 2024

On May 15, 2024, HUD published a preview of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposing significant changes to the HOME Program. The proposed rule is expected to be published in the Federal Register before June, and public comments are due…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for Affordable Housing Training – June 2024

May 15, 2024

In June 2024, A. J. Johnson, a renowned expert in the field, will join forces with the esteemed Mid-Atlantic Affordable Housing Management Association to conduct training sessions for real estate professionals. These sessions, tailored for those in the affordable multifamily…

HUD Provides Guidance on Non-Rent Fees for Subsidized Multifamily Housing Programs

March 16, 2024

In February 2024, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provided guidance on existing policies regarding the fees that owners may and may not charge tenants. None of the guidance is new or reflects any change in HUD regulations.…

Legislation Introduced for Middle Income Tax Credit

January 27, 2024

In December 2023, Congress considered a new approach to America’s housing affordability crisis with the introduction of the “Workforce Housing Tax Credit Act” in both the House and Senate. This proposed bill aims to establish a Middle-Income Housing Tax Credit,…

A. J. Johnson to Host Live Webinar on Interviewing Skills for Affordable Housing Managers

November 26, 2023

A. J. Johnson will be conducting a webinar on December 6, 2023, on Interviewing Skills for Affordable Housing Managers. The Webinar will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Eastern time. One of the most important skills any affordable…

HOTMA Required Revisions to Tenant Selection Plans and EIV Policies and Procedures

November 4, 2023

On October 2, 2023, HUD published a list of Discretionary Policies the owners participating in HUD Multifamily Housing Programs must set in Tenant Selection Plans (TSPs) and EIV Policies and Procedures. These documents must be updated by March 31, 2024.…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for October Affordable Housing Training

September 12, 2023

During the month of October 2023, A. J. Johnson will be partnering with the Mid-Atlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) training intended for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field.…

HUD Releases Study on Worst Case Housing Needs

August 27, 2023

The Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) has presented a report to Congress titled “Worst Case Housing Needs.” The report provides national data and analyzes the critical problems of low-income renting families. The report primarily draws on data from…

A. J. Johnson to Conduct Live Webinar on Liability Protection Policies for Affordable Housing Properties

July 22, 2023

A. J. Johnson will be conducting a webinar on August 23, 2023, on Liability Protection Policies for Affordable Housing Properties. The Webinar will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Eastern Time. As important as it is to understand…

HUD Issues Final NSPIRE Standards

June 23, 2023

The Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) has announced the pending federal register publication of the Final Inspection Standards Notice for the National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE). The notice details inspectable items at HUD-assisted…

A. J. Johnson to Offer Webinar on Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment and Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

June 9, 2023

A. J. Johnson will be conducting a webinar on July 11, 2023, on Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment and Sexual Harassment in the Workplace. The Webinar will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Eastern time. Dealing with tenant-on-tenant harassment is an…

How Land Use and Zoning Reforms Can Increase the Availability of Affordable Housing

May 29, 2023

At present, there is a shortfall of more than 1.5 million affordable housing units in the United States (see Overcoming the Nation’s Daunting Housing Supply Shortage, Urban Institute, 2021). As a result of the housing shortage, families pay more for…

HUD Publishes 2023 Income Limits

May 16, 2023

On May 15, 2023, HUD published the 2023 income limits for HUD programs as well as for the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and Tax-Exempt Bond programs. The limits are effective on May 15, 2023. The limits for the LIHTC and…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for June Affordable Housing Training

May 9, 2023

During the month of June 2023, A. J. Johnson will be partnering with the MidAtlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for six training sessions intended for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field. Four of the sessions…

How Public/Private Partnerships Increase the Stock of Affordable Housing

April 14, 2023

Some of the most successful affordable housing projects in the United States are the result of public/private partnerships. An integrated approach to affordable housing leads to the most thriving developments. This “integrated approach” amplifies the connective role that housing plays…

HOTMA Final Rule – Impact on HOPWA Program

March 27, 2023

The Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) has released a Final Rule implementing the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA). This final rule was published in the Federal Register on February 14, 2023. With the exception of…

Biden Administration Introduces “Renters Bill of Rights”

March 12, 2023

In late January 2023, the Biden administration released a Blueprint for a Renters Bill of Rights. This blueprint describes federal actions around five guiding renter protections: Safe, Quality, Accessible, and Affordable Housing; Clear and Fair Leases; Education; Enforcement and Enhancement…

HUD Releases Final Rule Implementing HOTMA

February 3, 2023

The Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) has released a Final Rule implementing the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA). This final rule has not yet been published in the Federal Register. Publication in the Federal Register…

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