Focused Topics

There’s much more to affordable housing than just eligibility, rent calculations, and EIV. PMCS recognizes other critical operational tasks that managers must oversee to maintain compliance. Whether it’s mandatory changes to existing procedures, implementation of new requirements, or adaptation to a new HUD initiative, the industry’s obligation to react, can influence, and often shift, the training needs of the industry to topics that go beyond the fundamentals. This training series focuses on these “hot topic issues” that affect a broad array of properties. Classes in this category are relevant for all – from new managers through advanced industry veterans.

All training classes are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

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With the release of effective dates for HOTMA and TRACS 203A, now is the time to prepare for implementation of these changes at your property. This class will provide an in-depth review of the HOTMA regulations and how it intersects with TRACS 203A effective January 2024 with full implementation in January 2025. Whether you are new to affordable housing or a seasoned professional, this class is a must.

Session Highlights:

HOTMA:

  • Mandatory vs Optional Implementation Rules
  • Required changes to forms, policies, and procedures
  • Changes to income, assets, and deductions

TRACS 203A

  • Changes to accommodate HOTMA and other recent regulatory changes
  • Review of the TRACS 203A MAT User Guide
Upcoming Classes

All training classes are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

May 16, 2024, 1:00-3:00 pm EST (Class #05-16-24P)
Registration closes: May 9, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST
For Late Registration Information, click here, or contact us at 800-245-PMCS (7627).


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Our Special Claims webinar will provide you with up-to-date content and information on the overall Special Claims process. The webinar identifies and discusses the different property types eligible to submit certain types of Special Claims, identifies submission deadlines, required checklists and documentation needed for each special claim type.  Real world case studies further allow you to practice and hone your calculation skills for each claim type to help ensure a successful submission!

Upcoming Classes

All training classes are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

To be determined

Back by popular demand – PMCS training on HUD’s TRACS System. This class is a must for everyone…New Managers, Seasoned Managers, All Staff who deal with TRACS, as well as Owners and Agents. Your Contract Administrator is not the only one responsible for your certs in the TRACS System – this is a shared responsibility. You won’t want to miss this ‘nuts-and-bolts approach’ to understanding HUD’s TRACS system, including the TRACS cert and voucher messages, the NEW TRACS User Recertification requirement; and we will discuss the TRACS Rules of Behavior and Cyber Awareness Challenge requirements too.

This is a perfect time for everyone to take this webinar and establish the fundamental knowledge needed at your property or management company before TRACS 203A and 203B are released–to comply with HOTMA-The Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act and the FAST Act-Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act; both affect the tenant recertification process and require compliance software changes.

Take advantage of this opportunity to get the TRACS training you need, no matter how long you have been in the industry and how familiar you think you are with how TRACS works! Sign up today!

Upcoming Classes

All training classes are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

October 29, 2024, 1:00-2:30 pm EST (Class #10-29-24P)
Registration closes: October 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST
For Late Registration Information, click here, or contact us at 800-245-PMCS (7627).


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(Which reports to use for the MOR and EIV Discrepancies)

Do you run and review the TRACS queries/reports for your property? Or do you solely rely on your Contract Administrator (CA) for what you need to know about your certs and vouchers? This PMCS webinar contains more information every affordable housing manager, recert clerk or management personnel must know when dealing with TRACS. Learn which queries/reports are used to help prepare for your Management and Occupancy Review (MOR) and which query should be checked before starting an EIV discrepancy resolution.

Remember, monitoring TRACS is a shared responsibility with your CA. This class will review and explain each of the Voucher and Cert Queries/Reports in HUD’s TRACS system. Learn how you can use these reports to better prepare for your Management and Occupancy Review (MOR) and how they are used by your Contract Administrator and/or HUD before their MOR site visit.

We will also take a closer look at how the TRACS system works in conjunction with HUD’s EIV system, and which query will be a big help when you are trying to resolve an EIV discrepancy.

This is a perfect time for everyone to take this 2nd class in our TRACS webinar series to expand and/or confirm your TRACS knowledge before HUD implements more industry changes. Get the TRACS training you need, no matter how long you have been in the industry and how familiar you think you are with TRACS. Sign up today!

Upcoming Classes

All training classes are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

October 31, 2024, 1:00-2:30 pm EST (Class #10-31-24P)
Registration closes: October 24, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST
For Late Registration Information, click here, or contact us at 800-245-PMCS (7627).


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Whether you are new manager or a seasoned professional, the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program can be challenging and difficult to understand.  This class will provide an in-depth introduction and review for those new and experienced staff to gain a thorough understanding of LIHTC program essentials.

Session Highlights:
  • Development & Lease-Up
  • Ongoing Compliance – including the Next Available Unit Rule and the Vacant Unit Rule
  • Tenant Eligibility – including student rules, determining annual income & assets, and Leasing & Certification requirements.
  • Multiple Program Compliance

This course is full of information & real-world situations to assist the property managers of LIHTC properties in understanding all the expected compliance regulations. Don’t miss it!

Upcoming Classes

All training classes are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

To be determined