Date: March 6th , 2026

Time: 11amET | 10am CT | 9am MT | 8am PT

Duration: 360 minutes

Description:

For properties ranging from Section 8, Rent Supplement, 236, 202, 202/8, 202 PAC, 202/811 PRAC, 231, 221(d)(3), to 221(d)(3) BMIR, maintaining an income stream that keeps pace with operating costs is essential. A well-managed rent increase process ensures both the financial health of the property and the ability to provide quality facilities and services for residents.

This hands-on workshop dives into the methods and procedures for requesting and implementing HUD-approved rent increases. Using the latest guidance—including the Section 8 Renewal Guide, Chapter 7 of HUD Handbook 4350.1 on Budget-Based Rent Increases, and proposed updates in the Draft Revised 4350.1 Chapter 2.06—participants will gain the skills needed to calculate, justify, and submit rent increase requests accurately and confidently.

Participants are encouraged to have a calculator for practical exercises and real-world scenarios.

Topics Covered

• Overview of rent increase methods available to housing providers

• Determining which methods apply to specific property types

• Guidelines for selecting the appropriate method and timing

• Required documentation and submission procedures

• Justifying line-item increases exceeding 5%

• Step-by-step walkthrough using HUD-approved calculation methods

• Practical examples based on current and proposed HUD guidance

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Identify the different HUD-approved rent increase methods and the property types to which they apply.

• Determine when and how owners can select a rent increase method.

• Prepare and submit a rent increase request with the required documentation.

• Justify line-item increases over 5% with supporting data.

• Apply HUD Handbook 4350.1 guidance and proposed updates to real-world rent increase scenarios.

• Use practical calculation tools to ensure accurate and defensible rent adjustments.

Who Will Benefit:

• Property Managers
• Compliance Officers
• Housing Coordinators
• Site Supervisors
• Regional Property Staff

About Our Speaker

Gwen Volk

Gwen Volk has worked in the affordable housing industry since 1983. She has been president and CEO of a Midwest property management company and chief compliance officer over a Dallas firm’s national portfolio. She has a Master’s degree in Business and is a Certified Property Manager through the Institute of Real Estate Management. Gwen holds certifications as a National Affordable Housing Professional – Executive Level, Specialist in Housing Credit Management, Housing Credit Certified Professional, Certified Professional of Occupancy, and in Fair Housing Compliance and has been a servant leader in the AHMAs, NAHMA and IREM throughout her career. Gwen is a nationally recognized expert in the tax credit, bond, HOME, and Section 8 programs and enjoys helping agents, owners, and managers make sense of it all