Durham Landlord CyberCooler

Sign up for the DHA Landlord Listserv today!

2010-06-02T10:27:00.001-04:00

Subscribing to the DHA Landlord listserv is as easy as 1-2-3!

1. Send an email to hcv-join@list.durhamhousingauthority.org

2. You’ll receive an email with password and list usage instructions

3. Address messages to listserv members to: hcv@list.durhamhousingauthority.org

That’s it! User help is available at: http://www.list.org/mailman-member/index.html

DHA Waiting List to Open March 15-19

2010-03-01T16:47:00.004-05:00

The Housing Choice Voucher Waiting list will open from March 15-19 for DHA's designated local preferences. Please click here for details. Applications will be released on March 12 (and available on our website at http://www.durhamhousingauthority.org/).

Landlord Account Access is almost here!

2009-11-13T11:30:00.000-05:00

In the coming weeks, DHA landlords will be receiving login information for secure online access to their DHA Housing Choice Voucher account. Earlier this year, landlords enrolled in Direct Deposit and this next step will allow them to reconcile their monthly accounts using live information.
Along with managing the dollars between DHA and its landlords, the new website will also make it much easier for landlords to keep in close touch with DHA's inspections department, including schedule monitoring and messaging.When landlords are ready to sign in, they can go to the "Information for Landlords" page on the DHA website and click on the "Landlord Access Website" link. To access the landlord website, which is a secure server.

How does it work?

2009-06-30T10:47:00.001-04:00

Here's a helpful chart to help new landlords understand the business process for the Housing Choice Voucher program.

Classes

2009-05-18T16:09:00.003-04:00

Here are some upcoming dates for transfer and portability classes for the remainder of 2009:

Transfer Classes will be held on:
June 10th, 24th
July 10th, 24th
August 10th, 24th
September 10th, 24th
October 12th, 26th
November 10th, 24th
December 10th, 21st

Portability Classes will be held on:
June 1st
July 1st
August 3rd
September 1st
October 1st
November 2nd
December 1st

Come on in!

2009-05-18T16:07:00.001-04:00

Beginning Thursday, June 4, DHA will set aside 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for signing HAP contracts with Owners & Agents. We look forward to seeing you!

Stopping Fraud, Listening to Customers

2008-11-26T11:30:00.000-05:00

Customers with complaints or information about possible Fraud and Abuse of housing subsidy programs can now call Durham Housing Authority and leave an anonymous tip. Authority management is implementing the service in the hopes of improving their customer service and catching those who are gaming the housing subsidy programs that assist nearly 10,000 citizens of Durham. Every dollar that's spent supporting someone who is not really eligible cheats a deserving family and DHA is committed to putting the Federal dollars received to the best possible use.
That means stopping fraud and improving service efficiency.When calling the fraud tipline, please provide as much detail as possible, including the names of persons involved, addresses, make and models of vehicles and any other detail that will assist our Crime Prevention Manager in any subsequent investigation. You can still report fraud to DHA trhough the Crime Prevention Manager, Roy Council, by calling him at (919) 683-1551 ext. 274.The tipline is at (919) 667-2120. A toll-free number will be added soon, directing calls to the same line.

Marketing Help for Landlords

2008-11-13T15:51:00.003-05:00

Be sure and check out this terrific resource for marketing your HCV-approved property:
http://www.nchousingsearch.org/

This is a FREE service provided by SocialServe.com and sponsored by the NC Housing Finance Agency.

Subscribe today to DHA's Landlord Listserv!

2008-09-24T15:11:00.000-04:00

Subscribing to the DHA Landlord listserv is as easy as 1-2-3!

1. Send an email to hcv-join@list.durhamhousingauthority.org
2. You’ll receive an email with password and list usage instructions
3. Address messages to listserv members to:hcv@list.durhamhousingauthority.org

That’s it! User help is available at: http://www.list.org/mailman-member/index.html

Open Thread

2008-08-06T10:59:00.003-04:00

What's on your mind? How's the market in your neighborhood? Have you looked into DHA's new Direct Deposit program for HCV landlords? No more watching the mailbox!

Housing Choice Voucher Program Overview

2008-08-06T08:51:00.002-04:00

Program Goals
In Durham, as in many communities, there is a shortage of decent and affordable housing. The Housing Choice Voucher program helps families to rent in many different neighborhoods, helping to avoid the contentration of families and neighborhoods impacted by poverty. Participating families include elderly and disabled persons as well as working families whose earnings are not enough to meet the demands of rising costs in today’s housing markets.

Benefits to Owners
Along with the benefit on contracted monthly income, owners and property managers often cite the value of inspection standards and maintenance requirements in describing their preference for Voucher recipients as tenants. For property owners who are new to the real estate management, the selection criteria for screening voucher recipients can serve as a valuable model in screening market rate applicants as well.

Benefits to Families
Matching families with neighborhoods and the type of rental unit they need is the key to the voucher program’s success. With the voucher following the family, the purchasing power is in the hands of the customer, making a better fit more likely and mutual satisfaction an expected outcome. This flexibility supports those families that need to be near to new work or educational opportunities, live closer to family members whose support may be critical.