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Platinum Award Countdown and Application

PAHMA Fall Educational Conference and Vendor Exhibit 

Who's Who in Affordable Housing 

Community Interests  

Important Dates  

National News and Deadline Reminders
HUD Hot Topics 

PAHMA Platinum Awards      Countdown - 10 Days

DEADLINE EXTENDED...Mail Your Entry by September 14th   

 

WE HEARD YOUR CALLS...and panic...THE WEBSITE IS DOWN!    

 

We apologize for the inconvenience and  'stress'   

... by the way, don't miss the session on Wednesday morning of the Fall Conference  'I DON'T HAVE TIME TO BE STRESSED' ...no this wasn't a publicity stunt.    

 

 

 

The links are back to full working order so don't delay any longer!   Complete your applications, get your binders done, and get them in the mail!  

 

You have 10 DAYS LEFT to find out WHO WAS SUPPOSED TO TAKE CARE OF THAT and get it done.

 

Take advantage of the extension and enter more than one category!  GREAT IDEA!!  We look forward to seeing your innovative ideas and accomplishments.  The categories are:  'Curb Appeal', 'Excellence in Resident Services',  'Interior Design', 'Marketing and Communications'. 

 

  

click HERE  for your Entry Application...you must be a PAHMA member to apply.    

 

click HERE  to enjoy a peek at last year.
Fall Educational Conference and Exhibit
High Quality...Industry Low Prices...AND a Member Discount!
not a member? visit our website at www.pahma.org for a Membership Application

ARE YOU READY FOR THE FALL CONFERENCE? 
Submit your Platinum Award entries NOW and celebrate YOUR excellence in housing! 
Refer your favorite Vendors!!

WE NEED YOUR QUESTIONS ON REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION?  send them today to info@pahma.org 
 

October 16-17     Fall Conference at Seven Springs 

 "Innovative Solutions for Today's Affordable Housing"  

 

TUESDAY

Mary Ross has the latest HUD updates and EIV Best Practices

Frank Bangor has Tax Credit help to prepare you for that file audit AND help with creative marketing.

Plus One Consulting returns with Appliance Repair for your maintenance staff. 

 

ALSO, we need advanced questions to prepare for a panel discussion on 'REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION' ...a serious issue needing serious answers. 

This is your opportunity to get the answers you need but didn't know who to ask!
SEND YOUR QUESTIONS NOW to info@pahma.org 
We need to hear from YOU no later than October 1st or this opportunity may be lost.

WEDNESDAY
Brenda Asbury presents "I Don't Have Time to be Stressed!"  
Panel of Experts discuss "Innovative Solutions to the Challenges Facing Affordable Housing Today".
Awards Celebration

  

REGISTER NOW, click  HERE  for a registration form       

click  HERE  for course descriptions             

 

EARN CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS TOWARD YOUR 2014 RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS

You can earn 7 hours of Real Estate License CECs for attending the session with Mary Ross or Frank Bangor!   

Submit a completed Enrollment Form by September 24th and receive your transcript at the end of class!

additional fee is separate from the conference registration fee 

 

"WHO's WHO" in Affordable Housing

In this section we invite our members to celebrate their accomplishments or to recommend someone they know in the industry for recognition.  Please forward your recommendations to info@pahma.org 


NEW COMMUNITY OPENS 

Congratulations to HANDS for the opening of their newest community, Woodlands at Zuck Park, Erie. This project was a collaboration between HANDS and PIRHL and opened to their first 18 residents on July 26th.   

 

COMMUNITY INTEREST

 

 

Vendor Referral Program 

MEMBERS:  We have received several NEW VENDORS for this Fall Conference...do YOU have a favorite Vendor to refer?   

Print a Vendor Application for them and ask them to sign up!  Don't be shy...NOW is the time to ask.   

It could be worth a bonus to you and great exposure for them!    

 

click HERE for a Vendor Application 


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important dates

September 14th   -   Platinum Award Deadline Extension!! Mail your entries NOW.  just 10 days left 

September 15th   -   reserve your room at Seven Springs for the Fall Conference, PAHMA discount applies  

September 24th   -   enroll for CECs for your 2014 Real Estate License Renewal Requirements...never too early to start! 

                                classes at the Fall Conference...receive transcript immediately at the end of class 

October 1st          -   last day to submit questions for Reasonable Accommodation

                            -   registration and payment due for Fall Conference 

October 16-17th    -  PAHMA Fall Conference with Vendor Exhibit

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ADA Seminar sponsored by BOMA
Wednesday, September 19th, 7:30 a.m. - Noon,  Rivers Casino, Pittsburgh North Shore
Presenter:  Ron Burton, President, PTW Advisors, LLC, BOMA Code Consultant
Special Guest:  Frank C. Thompson, Chair, PA Uniform Construction Code Review & Advisory Council

click HERE for registration form or click the following link:   http://bomapittsburgh.org/documents/ADASeminar.pdf
for additional information, go to www.bomapittsburgh.org    

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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

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 .

   

REMINDERS: 


Nov  9, 2012:   Deadline to Submit Entries for NAHMA's Community of Quality Awards, COQ     details      
Oct   28-30:      NAHMA Fall Meeting in Washington DC, click HERE for details, or go to www.nahma.org for information

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HOT TOPICS:    

  • NAHMA Meets with HUD to Discuss Pressing Affordable Multifamily Housing Issues     details       
  • NAHMA Educational Foundation 2012 Scholarship Awards Announced     details      
  • Update on HUD Notice H 2012-05    
    'Guidelines on Addressing Infestations in HUD-insured and Assisted Multifamily Housing'     details      
  • NAHMA Nominating Committee's Slate of Nominees for Board Elections, Fall 2012     details      
  • NAHMA Sends Letter to HUD Multifamily Regarding the GAO Decision on the PBCA NOFA Protests     details      
  • UPDATE - Status of the PBCA NOFA Awards and Incumbent PBCA Contract Extensions     details      
  • HUD FAQ Document for Notice H 2012-08
    'Updated Requirements for Prepayment and Refinance of Section 202 Direct Loans'      details         
  • REAC Compilation Bulletin Revision 2.3     details       

 

TOPICS OF CONTINUED INTEREST:         

  • Utility Allowances Submetering Proposed Rule - COMMENTS ACCEPTED BY SEPT 14th     details     
  • HUD Requests Public Comments on the Revised Section 8 Renewal Guide in the Federal Register     details    
  • Request for Nominations for NAHMA's 2012 Industry Awards -- due Nov 5, 2012     details          
  • NAHMA 2012 COQ Awards Deadline Announced     details     
  • Upcoming HUD RAD Events - Forums & Webinars     details     
  • HUD Launches 'Innovation of the Day' Platform     details         
PAHMA is an association designed for the benefit of its members. 
Please let us know how we can be of service.
  
  
  
Sincerely,

 

Board of Directors
PAHMA