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HCVP Unveiled: Insights for Housing Authority Employees

Compliance, Property Management, Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications, Training / By Fair Housing Institute / 5 minutes of reading

As the complexities surrounding fair housing grow, the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), often referred to as Section 8, has emerged as an essential tool. This program helps make housing accessible to low-income families, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. However, as states increasingly recognize source of income as a protected category, more landlords and […]

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HUD Guidance – Credit and Eviction Screening

Announcements, Fair Housing Insiders, Training / By Fair Housing Institute / 5 minutes of reading

On May 2nd, 2024, HUD announced new notices in a press release about not only AI but credit and eviction screening processes. In past episodes, we have discussed a brief overview of these notices as well as a deeper look into the criminal history screening update. In this special episode, we share critical insights with

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Fair Housing – Business or Personal?

Fair Housing Insiders, Training / By Fair Housing Institute / 4 minutes of reading

In the world of property management, making the right decisions can sometimes feel like a delicate balancing act. Especially when it comes to fair housing laws, which require a combination of knowledge, emotional control, and a strong focus on compliance. However, it’s crucial to remember that fair housing decisions must always be approached from a

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Dollars and Sense – Is Training Worth It?

Training / By Fair Housing Institute / 7 minutes of reading

In the property management field, there’s an essential discussion about the interplay of cost management and compliance, particularly in areas such as risk management and fair housing training. This topic is reminiscent of the old adage, “Penny wise and Pound foolish,” and holds true in the intricate dynamics of this industry.

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Are You Cheating Yourself Out of a Fair Housing Education?

Training / By Fair Housing Institute / 4 minutes of reading

We may not think that cheating is a “thing” when it comes to fair housing education. But it does exist both in obvious and ambiguous ways. Either way, people looking for the easy way out are not doing themselves any favors and are cheating themselves out of a proper fair housing education which can only

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The Frontlines of Fair Housing

Maintenance, Training / By Fair Housing Institute / 3 minutes of reading

Our maintenance professionals are genuinely on the frontlines when it comes to interacting with residents. But do your people know how to handle the situations that often arise and can quickly go from fair housing compliance to a fair housing complaint?

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