FHA Software is completely menu-driven and easy to learn. Program options are always presented. No hidden keys to memorize. No new computer terms to learn. FHA Software continually monitors for RHS/HUD/LIHTC occupancy requirement discrepancies and advises the user when they occur. FHA Software is not a form filler program and there’s no duplication of tenant data. FHA Software is also not locked in time. All project changes (Rent Rates, Income Limits, Dependent Allowances, Elderly Allowances, Passbook Savings Rates, etc.) are maintained in chronological history, allowing the user to process any form or report for any time period, past, current or future. All Tenant Certifications processed in FHA Software are also maintained in chronological history and can be revised at any time, without effecting future changes.
This feature is included with all FHA Software package versions and accommodates compliance issues with RHS, HUD & LIHTC project types. One applicant entry can apply to multiple project waiting lists. Applicant information automatically transfers to move-In Tenant Certification processing, eliminating total information reentry.
All registered FHA Software package clients have the ability to provide a link on their website that can be used by prospective tenants to fill-out and submit a pre- application for housing. Application information detail is immediately sent to the client by email with a .CSV file attachment that can be imported directly into the Waiting List Data feature of FHA Software.
This feature provides the ability to keep track of maintenance history, by unit or for the project, assign work orders to selected vendors and record work completed detail. Various Work Order reports can be generated (including a Work Order Summary, Detail, Open and Closed report) with user specific report selection criteria.
All registered FHA Software package clients have the ability to provide a link on their website that can be used by existing tenants to fill-out and submit a Maintenance Request. Maintenance information detail is immediately sent to the client by email with a .CSV file attachment that can be imported directly into the Work Orders feature of FHA Software.
By maintaining detailed information on frequently used sources of tenant income, expenses and assets, FHA Software can completely generate all required verification forms, including names & addresses.
Most all report generations within FHA Software can be done one project at a time or for multiple projects at once. This feature allows the user to establish project groups which are used to simplify multi-project report generation.
Most all report generations within FHA Software can be done one project at a time or for multiple projects at once. This feature allows the user to establish project groups which are used to simplify multi-project report generation.
In addition to determining which tenants are coming due for recertification, this feature also completely generates your Annual Recertification and 30/60/90 Day Follow-Up Letters. Recertification Notice Processing history is also maintained for future reference.
This feature provides a chronological listing of upcoming recertification due dates for one year periods, based on any desired starting date.
This report provides rent due information which aids in monthly rent collection. A Summary & Detailed version is available.
For those projects with Rental Assistance, this report will provide a detailed listing of tenants that get a Utility Refund.
This section provides both Vacancy & Occupancy related reports, complete with detail and percentages.
This reporting feature allows the user to instantly build a custom tenant summary by selecting from a menu of tenant related information.
In addition to standard forms provided with FHA Software, the user can either modify them or add their own custom MS Word document forms for automatic generation (such as Leases, House Rules, Special Letters, etc.) with MergeField Codes.
FHA Software will allow a master rent schedule applicable to all units or Multiple Rent Rates individually accessed unit-by-unit.
A built-in, menu-driven backup feature simplifies database transfer to diskettes or hard drive locations. Our file zipping technology complies with industry standards and is recognized by other zipping utilities (like WinZIP).
FHA Software updates are frequently posted to our web site. Our built-in Auto-Update feature automates update retrieval & installation, using the internet.
Detailed Help is always within one or two clicks. Help buttons are available at most all screens. Step-by-Step instructions are also accessible that covers most any form process available in FHA Software.
Except with LIHTC projects, the Gross Rent Change process is fully automated by FHA Software, including the creation of a GRC Tenant Certification that can be used for generation proposes.
Member Income & Expense amounts can be entered as they were verified. This calculator feature will automatically annualize verified amounts and remember the calculation for compliance review reports.
All FHA Software users have the option of submitting tenant screening/criminal report requests directly to two of the best web-based screening services available within their FHA Software program .. ONLINE Rental Exchange and TRAK-1 Background Screening.
All FHA Software users have the ability to submit non-secure household member and vacant unit information directly to a web-based smart phone and desktop application product called NIDA Sheperd Mobile/HQ from within their FHA Software program. The NIDA Sheperd System is used by multi-family housing complex security campanies which allows officers on patrol to instantly access information about people they come in contact with.
Current tenant information from HUD/TRACS or RD/MINC Compliant vendor software databases are automatically imported into FHA Software, free of charge. This built-in feature eliminates the need to reenter most of your project information, when switching to FHA Software.
FHA Software can be installed in single user computers or in various networked system configurations (Peer-to-Peer, Network/Terminal/Citrix Servers, etc.).
FHA Software can be accessed with or without User ID & Password entry. Small users, who don't want the burden of having to enter a User ID/Password combination each time they start FHA Software, can toggle Password Protection off. Users that want to limit program access &/or control what specific user's can do in the program would toggle Password Protection on and tweak each user's access ability.
A complete library of custom report generated verification forms, letters, leases, renewals, recertification letters, etc. is include with the purchase of FHA Software. These files can be user modified, using the built-in text editor or custom report designer, or users can add their own report files.