HUD Occupancy 101 – Two-Part Series 

Part 1: Eligibility & Household Composition
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 10:00 am to 11:45 am 
AHMA Member: $99 • Non-Members: $199
Trainer: Jamila Burleson-Goshon

Part 2: Income, Assets & Rent Calculation
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 10:00 am to 11:45 am 
AHMA Member: $99 • Non-Members: $199
Trainer: Jamila Burleson-Goshon

Note: While the sessions are designed as a series, each part may be taken individually.

A practical foundation in HUD occupancy and eligibility compliance

This two-part series is designed to help property management and compliance staff build confidence with HUD occupancy rules. Whether you're new to affordable housing or looking to brush up on the basics, these sessions provide essential guidance on eligibility, income determination, and rent calculation using HUD Handbook 4350.3 as the framework.

Part 1: Eligibility & Household Composition
This session focuses on the fundamentals of determining eligibility and defining household types under HUD rules. Topics include program eligibility, how to establish and document household composition, handling student eligibility, and navigating requirements around Social Security numbers and citizenship.

Part 2: Income, Assets & Rent Calculation
Building on Part 1, this session explores how to calculate income and rent accurately while maintaining compliance. Topics include countable and excluded income types, asset rules and imputed income, calculating tenant rent with utility allowances, and the basics of interim and annual certifications.

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About the trainer:

With over 20 years of experience in affordable housing operations, compliance, and program management, Jamila specializes in helping organizations navigate complex regulations, maximize funding, and implement best practices that improve housing stability. Jamila has extensive expertise in Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Management, LIHTC, Section 8, HOME, RD, and other critical housing programs. Throughout her career, she has worked with state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, and private property management companies to develop policies, streamline operations, and ensure regulatory compliance across diverse housing portfolios. Beyond compliance, she has project-managed large-scale rental assistance programs for states and local government agencies, ensuring funding is distributed efficiently while maintaining strong quality control, budget oversight, and grant administration. By implementing risk management strategies and operational improvements, she helps organizations protect multimillion-dollar assets and deliver high-quality housing services to communities in need.

Passionate about affordable housing solutions, Jamila is committed to helping organizations strengthen their programs, optimize resources, and create sustainable housing opportunities.