Partnering for Success: How CMS Teams Support Owners & Agents of Affordable Multifamily Properties

NewsUnderstanding how CMS teams collaborate on processes can help property owners and agents navigate complex HUD Multifamily requirements more efficiently. This presentation will break down how the CMS Compliance, Vouchers and Contracts teams work together to…

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Updated Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Forms Available

NewsThe U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released updated Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) forms, now available on HUDCLIPS, with an OMB expiration date of January 31, 2028. These forms are essential in ensuring housing protections for individuals who have experienced…

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Washington State Department of Commerce is Now Accepting Applications for HUD 811 PRA Units

NewsThe Washington State Department of Commerce is accepting applications for the HUD Section 811 Project Rental Assistance Program, providing long-term rental assistance for non-elderly individuals with disabilities.  Key Dates: Application Opens: February 24, 2025 – VIEW APPLICATION…

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Scott Turner Sworn In as New Secretary of HUD

NewsCMS is pleased to announce that Scott Turner, has been confirmed as the new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Secretary Turner took the oath of office Wednesday, February 5, 2025 following his Senate confirmation and now leads a department with a critical role in shaping housing…

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Project Based Rental Assistance Payments to Continue Following OMB January 27, 2025 Memorandum

NewsOn January 27, 2025 the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memorandum temporarily pausing federal agency grant, loan, and other financial assistance programs. The memorandum required agencies to review and assess funding programs in alignment with the Administration’s priorities. As…

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HUD Publishes 30-Day Notification Requirement Prior to Termination of Lease for Nonpayment of Rent

NewsOn December 13, 2024, HUD published the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent in the Federal Register. This rule is required no later than January 13, 2025, except PHA compliance with 24 CFR 966.4(q) is required no later than June 15, 2026. PBRA…

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Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAF) Have Been Released For 2025

NewsOn December 11, 2024, the FY2025 OCAF rates were published in the Federal Register. The new rates are effective February 11, 2025. Operating Cost Adjustment Factors are used for adjusting or establishing Section 8 rents for projects assisted with Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments under the…

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2025 OCAF Notice on Public Inspection – Due to be Published 12/11/2024

NewsThe Notice of Certain Operating Cost Adjustment Factors for 2025 is scheduled to be published on Wednesday December 11, 2024. The OCAF notice is now on public inspection and can be found here: 2024-29016.pdf. December 10, 2024In HUD Announcements, News1 Minute

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December 2024: HUD HOTMA Implementation FAQs Now Available

NewsInformation below shared from an MFH email sent on December 6, 2024: On Friday, December 6, 2024, HUD Office of Multifamily Programs sent an email to stakeholders to announce the posting of the new Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) Implementation Frequently Asked Questions…

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HUD Publishes Notice H 2024-09: HOTMA Compliance Date Extension

NewsInformation below shared from an MFH email sent on September 24, 2024: On September 20, 2024, the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs (MFH) published Housing Notice H 2024-09, which extends the date that Owners must be fully compliant with Sections 102 and 104 of the Housing Opportunity…

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August 2024: HUD Multifamily Updates 28 Forms

NewsIn August 2024, HUD released 28 updated forms required for Multifamily Section 8 Programs. The most current forms can be accessed through HUDClips on the www.hud.gov website. To see the complete list of updated forms, including their names, please refer to HUD’s announcement email HERE. List…

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Beware of Section 8 Scams

NewsRecently, fliers have been circulating on social media advertising assistance with applying for Section 8 funding. The flyer and website ‘www.govassistance[dot]org’ are NOT legitimate. The scam aims to take advantage of Section 8 applicants to obtain their personal information to facilitate…

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