MARCH 1, 2012
  
                                                                                NEWS & NOTES
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SEMINARS and TRAINING
visit our website at www.pahma.org for additional details

2012 TRAINING SESSIONS:

Four Points Sheraton - North, Warrendale

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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER 

 

March 14          Real Estate Continuing Education...Part I..."Ethics"         

                        earn 7 hours of PA Real Estate License C.E.U.s

  

click HERE for registration details  

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REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON    

 

March 22          Occupancy Training:  you receive comprehensive information at an affordable rate...and no tests to take!
                        Hear the latest on EIV, Income, Assets, and Medical Expenses...there's even a segment on Tax Credits. 
                        Got something specific on your mind? Send your questions in advance to info@pahma.org.
                        Questions must be received by Monday, March 12th. 

 

March 28          Real Estate Continuing Education...Part II..."What Today's Property Manager Needs to Know"

                        each session provides 7 hours of PA Real Estate License C.E.U.s    

 

click HERE   for details of each seminar and registration information    

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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN  

 

April 19            Spring Conference:  focus on Maintenance  

 

April 25            Fair Housing:  Management, Front Line Staff, Maintenance  

 

May 24-25         LIHTC - a comprehensive review of Tax Credit requirements  

                         the SHCM test is being offered the afternoon of the second day    

 

click HERE  for details of each seminar and registration information  

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COMING SOON...watch for details 

 

 June 12:           HUD Training - hot topics brought to you...more information coming soon

 

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Seven Springs:  NEW FORMAT

October 16-17  Fall Conference - we are returning to Seven Springs in 2012 with a new format.
                       Mark your calendars for Tuesday-Wednesday of the third week of October! 
                       "Innovative Solutions for Affordable Housing" 

                       Sneak-Peek coming soon. 

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MEMBERSHIP

2012 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION:

WELCOME TO OUR NEW and RETURNING MEMBERS. We look forward to seeing all of you in 2012.

    

...not a member of PAHMA? ...haven't renewed your membership yet? ...NO WAY!   

It's always a good time to become a member, but now is a GREAT time!

SPRING TRAINING registrations are open. Take advantage of quality education at industry-low prices! PLUS you get a MEMBER DISCOUNT.

 

click the link below for an application...you can even make your payment online  
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Membership Application       click here to pay online  

     

Community Interest

 
2013 NAHMA Calendar Art Contest  

Make it Your Community Project

 

You are invited you to participate in the 26th Annual NAHMA Art/Calendar Contest  

THEME:  The Next Step is Yours "Let's Take Care of Our World"  

 

Who can participate? Children, elderly/disabled, and special needs residents. Be a part of the project - invite your residents to participate. participate.  All entries must be submitted to PAHMA no later than Monday May 11, 2012. 

 

See PAHMA's invitation to get YOUR RESIDENTS involved...PRIZES will be awarded locally and nationally.

For contest rules and tips on how to conduct an art contest in your community, click here.       

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PA Housing Search - PAHMA supports PA Housing Search: a Free Listing and Locator Service
to list and find affordable homes and apartments across Pennsylvania
for more information, go to www.PAHousingSearch.com or call 1-877-428-8844

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Energy Saving Seminars brought to you FREE by EnergySavePA
click here  for details and a list of seminars being held across Pennsylvania        

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PAHMA Lost & Found:
contact info@pahma.org to report items that have been lost

or if you have information on any items that have been found.        

News from NLHA
National Leased Housing Association - Your membership in PAHMA includes membership in NLHA. Go to www.hudnlha.com for another perspective on the national news...you can find password information under the Members Only section at www.pahma.org
 
News from NAHMA
Your membership in PAHMA includes membership in the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA).
If you need password information, go to the Members Only section at www.pahma.org .

NAHMA Educational Foundation
Give the Gift of Education
For information on giving, click here.    For information on applying for a scholarship, click here.   
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National Winter Meeting
March 11-13, 2012, Washington D.C. 
"Legislative Issues Forum" and Awards Presentation           click here  for details

While you are there - plan to meet with your Congressional Representatives. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

DEADLINE REMINDERS: 

April 13, 2012:  Submit Your Entry for the Vanguard Award...see following article
May  11, 2012:   Submit Your Art/Calendar Entry to PAHMA...see above article

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NAHMA Vanguard Awards:  Deadline for submission - April 13, 2012. 
The Vanguard Award recognizes new, quality multifamily affordable housing developments.
 
click here  for information
 

  

2011 AHMA AWARDS: 

PAHMA has been recognized as a leader in the Innovation Category. 

To view the winning presentation, click here     

To see the full list of 2011 Multifamily Industry Award Honorees, click here .   

 

The AHMA Awards will be presented during NAHMA's National Winter Meeting in Washington DC, March 11-13, 2012.  

See article above for registration information to attend this national event. 

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HOT TOPICS:    

  • HUD Notice PIH 2012-10 Further Guidance for the Use of EIV in Public Housing and Section 8 Programs     details               
  • NAHMAnalysis 2012-0223-FY 2013 Budget Request for Affordable Rental Housing Programs     details         
  • GRASSROOTS ACTION ALERT Contact Your Representatives to Support Full Funding for the Project-Based Section 8 Contract Renewals in FY 2013     details           
  • Housing Notice on Tenant Protection Vouchers     details         
  • FY 2012 NOFA For Choice Neighborhoods Grants     details        
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Sincerely,

 

Board of Directors
PAHMA