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Courts Provide Conflicting VAWA Decisions

September 13, 2025

VAWA Notices in Eviction Cases: Conflicting Court Interpretations and Best Practices for Owners & Managers Recent court decisions reveal conflicting interpretations of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) related to eviction and termination notices. Although the statute itself is clear,…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for Training on Affordable Housing – October 2025

September 7, 2025

In October 2025, A. J. Johnson will partner with the Mid-Atlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for a live webinar designed for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing sector. The following session will be presented: October…

Federal Court Orders HUD to Release Withheld Fair Housing Funds

September 6, 2025

In June 2025, two national fair housing organizations—the National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) and the Tennessee Fair Housing Council (TFHC)—filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban…

HUD Abandons Fair Housing Enforcement

August 31, 2025

HUD Retreats from Fair Housing Enforcement: Why Compliance Still Matters The federal Fair Housing Act requires the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to enforce laws prohibiting discrimination in housing. However, by late 2025, it has become increasingly…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for Training on Affordable Housing – September 2025

August 12, 2025

In September 2025, A. J. Johnson will partner with the MidAtlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for four live webinar training sessions for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field. The following sessions will be presented: September…

USDA Proposes Mandatory Market Studies for Section 538 Projects

July 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Housing Service (RHS) is tightening requirements for project feasibility under its Section 538 Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program (GRRHP). In a newly proposed rule, RHS will require all applicants seeking loan guarantees for new…

HUD’s Proposed Rule to Eliminate Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans: A Critical Analysis

June 7, 2025

Introduction The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has proposed eliminating the requirement for Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans (AFHMPs), a cornerstone of fair housing enforcement for decades. This proposed rule, published on June 3, 2025, represents a significant…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for December Training on Affordable Housing – March 2025

February 10, 2025

In March 2025, A. J. Johnson will partner with the MidAtlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for three live webinar training sessions for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field. The following sessions will be presented: March…

Dealing with Federal Immigration Agents at Apartment Communities

February 2, 2025

Not surprisingly, we are starting to receive inquiries from property managers about how they should respond if federal immigration officials enter a property searching for individuals without legal immigration documents. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids at apartment communities are…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for December Training on Affordable Housing – February 2025

January 9, 2025

In February 2025, A. J. Johnson will partner with the MidAtlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for four live webinar training sessions for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field. The following sessions will be presented: February…

HUD Strengthens Tenant Protections in New HOME Rule

January 8, 2025

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published the Final Rule for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, which will take effect on February 5, 2025. The new rule significantly enhances tenant protections and lease requirements, establishing 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…

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

November 12, 2024

During December 2024, A. J. Johnson will partner with the MidAtlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for two live webinar training sessions for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field. Following the webinars, AJ will review testable…

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…

USDA Proposes Mandatory Deed Recording Requirements for Section 538 Rural Rental Housing Program

November 8, 2024

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture has proposed a new rule requiring separate deed restrictions to be recorded for properties financed under the Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program (GRRHP). This proposed change aims to ensure…

HUD Issues New Guidance on Solar and Rooftop Leases for Multifamily Housing

October 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released new guidance on solar, cell tower, and rooftop leases for HUD-assisted and HUD-insured multifamily housing projects. This guidance aims to streamline the process for property owners to enter into…

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…

HUD Extends HOTMA Implementation Date

September 24, 2024

On September 24, 2024, the HUD Office of Multifamily Housing (MFH) published Housing Notice H 2024-09, extending the date that Owners must fully comply with the HOTMA final regulations to July 1, 2025. MFH will soon release a series of…

A. J. Johnson Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for Affordable Housing Training in October 2024

September 9, 2024

In October 2024, A. J. Johnson will partner with the MidAtlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for a live webinar training session for real estate professionals, especially those in the affordable multifamily housing field. The following session will be presented: October…

HUD Issues 2025 Inflationary Adjustments and New Imputed Rate

August 27, 2024

HUD’s 2025 Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Savings Rate: Key Updates for Housing Professionals HUD recently released its annual inflationary adjustments for 2025, which impact various tasks such as income certifications and asset level determinations under the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization…

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 Partners with Mid-Atlantic AHMA for Affordable Housing Training – September 2024

August 11, 2024

In September 2024, A. J. Johnson will join forces with the Mid-Atlantic Affordable Housing Management Association to conduct training for real estate professionals. Three sessions, tailored for those in the affordable multifamily housing field, will be delivered through live webinars.…

A. J. Johnson Releases the 2024 Edition of the Professional Property Manager’s Guide to the LIHTC

August 10, 2024

The 2024 Edition of A. J. Johnson’s “The Professional Property Manager’s Guide to the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit” has been released, offering a vital resource for professionals managing LIHTC properties. Originally a concise 19-page overview of the LIHTC program in…

A. J. Johnson Offers Live Webinar on Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment

June 16, 2024

A. J. Johnson will conduct a webinar on June 20, 2024, on Navigating the Challenges—Dealing with Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment in Multifamily Housing. The Webinar will be held from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern time. Attending a webinar on Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment…

HUD Proposed Changes to HOME Program are Comprehensive

June 15, 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 – July 2024

June 10, 2024

In July 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 for real estate professionals. This session, tailored for those in the affordable multifamily housing…

Maximize Efficiency and Savings – Sign Up for HUD’s Energy and Water Benchmarking Service for Multifamily Properties

May 25, 2024

HUD recently provided information on its Energy and Water Benchmarking Service, available for sites participating in HUD’s Multifamily project-based rental assistance programs. The free service provides participating owners with data on energy and water consumption at their sites. While up…

Webinar Announcement: Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment in Multifamily Housing

May 20, 2024

A.J. Johnson will host a pivotal webinar titled “Tenant-on-Tenant Harassment in Multifamily Housing: Navigating the Challenges” on June 20, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Webinar Overview This essential webinar addresses the pressing issue of tenant-on-tenant harassment…

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…

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

April 12, 2024

During May 2024, A. J. Johnson will partner with the Mid-Atlantic Affordable Housing Management Association for training sessions for real estate professionals, particularly those in the affordable multifamily housing field. The sessions will be presented via live webinars. The following…

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