--- title: HAI Group Blog description: Insurance, research, training and capital solutions for public and affordable housing. HAI group is an advocate in the journey to better public housing. --- [Skip to content](https://blog.haigroup.com/all#main-content) [![hai-logo-KO-256px](https://blog.haigroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/hai-logo-KO-256px.png?width=256&height=57&name=hai-logo-KO-256px.png "hai-logo-KO-256px")](https://www.haigroup.com/) - SEARCH # HAI Group Resource Center Featured Insight ## Cybersecurity Awareness Month - FEATURED BLOG - ![Ally Modugno\_Feature Blog](https://blog.haigroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ally%20Modugno_Feature%20Blog.jpeg?width=4089&height=3995&name=Ally%20Modugno_Feature%20Blog.jpeg) Ally Modugno - September 28, 2026 ## Free Resources: Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and HAI Group is here to help your housing agency strengthen its defenses. We’ve pulled together a collection of free resources—including online training courses, tip sheets, posters, social media graphics, animations, and sample emails—that you can share with your staff and residents. 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It also requires a clear... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-national-housing-trust-uses-the-nhpd-to-advance-affordable-housing-preservation) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Safe_Charging_Safer_Communities_Thumbnail.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-understanding-lithium-ion-battery-risks) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 14, 2026 ### [Free Training: Understanding Lithium-Ion Battery Risks](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-understanding-lithium-ion-battery-risks) Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices residents use every day, such as laptops and phones, as well as... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-understanding-lithium-ion-battery-risks) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/SlipsTripsFalls_YouTube-Thumbnail.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-slips-tips-falls-a-preventable-risk) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - October 9, 2026 ### [Free Video Resource: Slips, Trips & Falls: A Preventable Risk](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-slips-tips-falls-a-preventable-risk) Slips, trips, and falls can happen at any time, not just when rain, snow, or ice makes surfaces slippery. Everyday... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-slips-tips-falls-a-preventable-risk) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FirstHourOfCrisis.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/a-housing-organizations-guide-to-the-first-hour-of-a-crisis) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 9, 2026 ### [A Housing Organization’s Guide to the First Hour of a Crisis](https://blog.haigroup.com/a-housing-organizations-guide-to-the-first-hour-of-a-crisis) When a crisis occurs in a housing community, the first questions leaders should ask are whether residents are safe and... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/a-housing-organizations-guide-to-the-first-hour-of-a-crisis) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-523871942-1.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/boiler-safety-essentials-maintenance-operations-and-prevention) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 8, 2026 ### [Boiler Safety Essentials: Maintenance, Operations, and Prevention](https://blog.haigroup.com/boiler-safety-essentials-maintenance-operations-and-prevention) Boilers play an important role in keeping buildings comfortable and operating as expected, but they require consistent... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/boiler-safety-essentials-maintenance-operations-and-prevention) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/New%20Britain%20Housing%20Authority%20Feature%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/more-than-a-landlord-how-new-britain-housing-authority-is-building-a-resident-centered-culture) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 28, 2026 ### [More Than a Landlord: How New Britain Housing Authority Is Building a Resident-Centered Culture](https://blog.haigroup.com/more-than-a-landlord-how-new-britain-housing-authority-is-building-a-resident-centered-culture) Public housing authorities have a fundamental responsibility to provide safe, stable, and affordable housing. But once... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/more-than-a-landlord-how-new-britain-housing-authority-is-building-a-resident-centered-culture) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Cybersecurity%20Awareness%20Month.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-resources-cybersecurity-awareness-month-2026) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 28, 2026 ### [Free Resources: Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-resources-cybersecurity-awareness-month-2026) October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and HAI Group is here to help your housing agency strengthen its defenses.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-resources-cybersecurity-awareness-month-2026) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Top-Workplaces-2026_Featured-Image-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-named-no.-1-midsize-workplace-in-western-connecticut) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 14, 2026 ### [HAI Group Named No. 1 Midsize Workplace in Southern and Western Connecticut](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-named-no.-1-midsize-workplace-in-western-connecticut) HAI Group has been named the top midsize employer workplace in Southern and Western Connecticut in the 2026 awards... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-named-no.-1-midsize-workplace-in-western-connecticut) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-2242845845.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-communicate-through-a-crisis) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - September 10, 2026 ### [How to Communicate Through a Crisis: Prepare, Plan, Execute, and Recover](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-communicate-through-a-crisis) A fire, shooting, cyberattack, allegation of misconduct, or other crisis can put a housing organization under immediate... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-communicate-through-a-crisis) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AgentWebinar_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/navigating-affordable-housing-a-guide-for-insurance-professionals) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 9, 2026 ### [Navigating Affordable Housing: A Guide for Insurance Professionals](https://blog.haigroup.com/navigating-affordable-housing-a-guide-for-insurance-professionals) As demand for affordable housing continues to grow across the country, more insurance professionals are encountering... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/navigating-affordable-housing-a-guide-for-insurance-professionals) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-108220043_CROPPED.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/plattsburgh-housing-authoritys-growth-featured-in-affordable-housing-news) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 4, 2026 ### [Plattsburgh Housing Authority and HTI Advance Housing-Specific Training](https://blog.haigroup.com/plattsburgh-housing-authoritys-growth-featured-in-affordable-housing-news) Over its 75-year history, Plattsburgh Housing Authority has grown by looking beyond the traditional boundaries of a... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/plattsburgh-housing-authoritys-growth-featured-in-affordable-housing-news) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FreshAir_Blog-Featured_Image.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/clearing-the-air-how-housing-organizations-can-strengthen-smoke-free-policies-with-emerging-detection-technology) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety) - September 4, 2026 ### [Clearing the Air: How Housing Organizations Can Strengthen Smoke-Free Policies with Emerging Detection Technology](https://blog.haigroup.com/clearing-the-air-how-housing-organizations-can-strengthen-smoke-free-policies-with-emerging-detection-technology) For public and affordable housing organizations, maintaining a smoke-free living environment is more than policy... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/clearing-the-air-how-housing-organizations-can-strengthen-smoke-free-policies-with-emerging-detection-technology) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AHN_FeatureImage-01.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hud-updates-section-18-guidance-for-public-housing-agencies) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing) - September 2, 2026 ### [HUD Updates Section 18 Guidance for Public Housing Agencies](https://blog.haigroup.com/hud-updates-section-18-guidance-for-public-housing-agencies) The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has issued updated guidance for public housing agencies pursuing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hud-updates-section-18-guidance-for-public-housing-agencies) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-2178770315.jpeg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/common-osha-violations-and-how-housing-organizations-can-prevent-them) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety) - August 27, 2026 ### [Common OSHA Violations and How Housing Organizations Can Prevent Them](https://blog.haigroup.com/common-osha-violations-and-how-housing-organizations-can-prevent-them) For housing organizations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance is about more than avoiding... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/common-osha-violations-and-how-housing-organizations-can-prevent-them) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Preparing%20for%20Recovery-%20Best%20Practices%20for%20Working%20With%20a%20Restoration%20Company.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/preparing-for-recovery-best-practices-for-working-with-a-restoration-company) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 24, 2026 ### [Preparing for Recovery: Best Practices for Working With a Restoration Company](https://blog.haigroup.com/preparing-for-recovery-best-practices-for-working-with-a-restoration-company) When a fire, flood, severe storm, or other property loss affects a housing organization, the recovery process begins... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/preparing-for-recovery-best-practices-for-working-with-a-restoration-company) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ScholarshipBlog_FeaturedImage-2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-scholarship-fund-opening-doors-to-opportunity-through-education) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - August 21, 2026 ### [HAI Group Scholarship Fund: Opening Doors to Opportunity Through Education](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-scholarship-fund-opening-doors-to-opportunity-through-education) For many residents living in public and affordable housing, the cost of higher education can feel out of reach. HAI... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-scholarship-fund-opening-doors-to-opportunity-through-education) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NHPD-THDA-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-statewide-preservation-strategy-in-tennessee) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - August 20, 2026 ### [Using Data to Visualize Affordable Housing Preservation in Tennessee](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-statewide-preservation-strategy-in-tennessee) As affordable housing properties age and affordability restrictions begin to expire, understanding preservation... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-statewide-preservation-strategy-in-tennessee) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Featured-Image_Designated-Smoking-Area.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/designated-smoking-areas-housing-risk-guide) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - August 19, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Designated Smoking Areas](https://blog.haigroup.com/designated-smoking-areas-housing-risk-guide) Even though there are smoke-free housing policies, unauthorized smoking within and around residential units still poses... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/designated-smoking-areas-housing-risk-guide) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RentCalc_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/new-hotma-updated-rent-calculation-certifications-now-available) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 11, 2026 ### [New HOTMA Updated Rent Calculation Certifications Now Available](https://blog.haigroup.com/new-hotma-updated-rent-calculation-certifications-now-available) Accurate rent calculations are at the core of successful public housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/new-hotma-updated-rent-calculation-certifications-now-available) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FPW26-BlogFeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/get-ready-for-fire-prevention-week-with-hai-groups-poster-contest-and-resources) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 5, 2026 ### [Get Ready for Fire Prevention Week With HAI Group’s Poster Contest and Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/get-ready-for-fire-prevention-week-with-hai-groups-poster-contest-and-resources) Every October, Fire Prevention Week provides housing organizations with an opportunity to educate residents about fire... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/get-ready-for-fire-prevention-week-with-hai-groups-poster-contest-and-resources) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RealEstateBusinessReview-3.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/2026-public-and-affordable-housing-insurance-company-of-the-year) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - July 17, 2026 ### [HAI Group Named 2026 Public and Affordable Housing Insurance Service Company of the Year](https://blog.haigroup.com/2026-public-and-affordable-housing-insurance-company-of-the-year) Real Estate Business Review Magazine recently recognized HAI Group as the 2026 Public and Affordable Housing Insurance... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/2026-public-and-affordable-housing-insurance-company-of-the-year) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Package_Policy_Feature_Image.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/package-policy-vs-separate-coverages-understanding-your-insurance-options) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - July 16, 2026 ### [Package Policy vs. Separate Coverages: Understanding Your Insurance Options](https://blog.haigroup.com/package-policy-vs-separate-coverages-understanding-your-insurance-options) When it comes to securing insurance coverage, housing organizations generally have two options: obtaining required... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/package-policy-vs-separate-coverages-understanding-your-insurance-options) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/haigroup-usatoday.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/usa-today-highlights-hai-groups-perspective-on-affordable-housing) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - July 10, 2026 ### [USA Today Highlights HAI Group's Perspective on Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/usa-today-highlights-hai-groups-perspective-on-affordable-housing) HAI Group was recently featured in USA Today, where company leaders and representatives from the Public and Affordable... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/usa-today-highlights-hai-groups-perspective-on-affordable-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/property360-blog-feature.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-receives-propertycasualty360-insurance-luminaries-award-for-excellence-in-workplace-culture) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - July 7, 2026 ### [HAI Group Receives PropertyCasualty360 Insurance Luminaries Award for Excellence in Workplace Culture](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-receives-propertycasualty360-insurance-luminaries-award-for-excellence-in-workplace-culture) HAI Group has been recognized by PropertyCasualty360 with the 2026 Insurance Luminaries Award for Excellence in... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-receives-propertycasualty360-insurance-luminaries-award-for-excellence-in-workplace-culture) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NHPD-PartnershipStrongCommunities.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/using-data-to-strengthen-housing-advocacy-in-connecticut) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 29, 2026 ### [How Partnership for Strong Communities Uses Data to Advance Housing Policy](https://blog.haigroup.com/using-data-to-strengthen-housing-advocacy-in-connecticut) For organizations working to expand and preserve affordable housing, good policy starts with good information. In... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/using-data-to-strengthen-housing-advocacy-in-connecticut) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/GettyImages-693857930.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/save-the-date-for-hai-groups-8th-annual-virtual-risk-management-conference) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 24, 2026 ### [Save the Date for HAI Group's 8th Annual Virtual Risk Management Conference](https://blog.haigroup.com/save-the-date-for-hai-groups-8th-annual-virtual-risk-management-conference) Housing organizations face an evolving landscape of operational, financial, and safety challenges. From cybersecurity... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/save-the-date-for-hai-groups-8th-annual-virtual-risk-management-conference) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Cyber%20Featured%20Image.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-growing-gap-between-cybersecurity-awareness-and-action) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity) - June 23, 2026 ### [The Growing Gap Between Cybersecurity Awareness and Action](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-growing-gap-between-cybersecurity-awareness-and-action) For years, organizations have invested heavily in cybersecurity awareness. Employees today are more familiar with... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-growing-gap-between-cybersecurity-awareness-and-action) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Featured-Image_History-of-LIHTC.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/history-of-lihtc-and-why-it-matters) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - June 23, 2026 ### [History of LIHTC and Why It Matters](https://blog.haigroup.com/history-of-lihtc-and-why-it-matters) The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is one of the most important tools for creating affordable housing in... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/history-of-lihtc-and-why-it-matters) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Dogs_In_Multifamily_Housing_Featured-Image.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/dogs-in-multifamily-housing-balancing-resident-benefits-with-community-safety) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 18, 2026 ### [Dogs in Multifamily Housing: Balancing Resident Benefits with Community Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/dogs-in-multifamily-housing-balancing-resident-benefits-with-community-safety) Dogs offer comfort, companionship, and help build community in multifamily housing. However, these benefits come with... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/dogs-in-multifamily-housing-balancing-resident-benefits-with-community-safety) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RMA_FeaturedImage-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-risk-management-awards-whats-new-for-2026) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 16, 2026 ### [HAI Group Risk Management Awards: What’s New for 2026](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-risk-management-awards-whats-new-for-2026) Every day, housing agencies are working to reduce risk, protect properties, support residents, and create safer... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-risk-management-awards-whats-new-for-2026) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/HCV%20blog%20header.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-choice-voucher-specialist-certification-for-todays-evolving-hcv-environment) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - June 15, 2026 ### [Housing Choice Voucher Specialist Certification for Today’s Evolving HCV Environment](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-choice-voucher-specialist-certification-for-todays-evolving-hcv-environment) Managing today’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program requires housing professionals to stay current on evolving... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-choice-voucher-specialist-certification-for-todays-evolving-hcv-environment) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NHPD-PAHRC.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/using-data-to-protect-affordable-housing-in-rhode-island) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 15, 2026 ### [Using Data to Protect Affordable Housing in Rhode Island](https://blog.haigroup.com/using-data-to-protect-affordable-housing-in-rhode-island) The National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD) is a nationwide database of federally assisted rental housing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/using-data-to-protect-affordable-housing-in-rhode-island) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/captive-review-featured-image02.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-recognized-at-the-2026-captive-review-awards-usa) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 11, 2026 ### [HAI Group recognized at the 2026 Captive Review Awards USA](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-recognized-at-the-2026-captive-review-awards-usa) HAI Group is honored to be recognized at the Captive Review Awards USA 2026, an annual program that highlights... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-recognized-at-the-2026-captive-review-awards-usa) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Vacant_Building_Featured-Image_.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/from-vacancy-to-vulnerability-protecting-housing-properties-during-transition) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 4, 2026 ### [From Vacancy to Vulnerability: Protecting Housing Properties During Transition](https://blog.haigroup.com/from-vacancy-to-vulnerability-protecting-housing-properties-during-transition) Vacancies are a routine aspect of housing organization operations, whether due to unit turnover, future planning, or... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/from-vacancy-to-vulnerability-protecting-housing-properties-during-transition) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ahn-final.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-resident-services-at-st.-petersburg-housing-authority-in-affordable-housing-news-clone) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 4, 2026 ### [Spotlight on Resident Services at St. Petersburg Housing Authority in Affordable Housing News](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-resident-services-at-st.-petersburg-housing-authority-in-affordable-housing-news-clone) St. Petersburg Housing Authority (SPHA) is featured in the Spring 2026 issue of Affordable Housing News, where Angel... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-resident-services-at-st.-petersburg-housing-authority-in-affordable-housing-news-clone) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/VAWACourse.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/turning-policy-into-practice-strengthening-vawa-compliance-in-affordable-housing) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - June 2, 2026 ### [Turning Policy Into Practice: Strengthening VAWA Compliance in Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/turning-policy-into-practice-strengthening-vawa-compliance-in-affordable-housing) Housing professionals play a vital role in supporting residents' stability, safety, and dignity. When residents face... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/turning-policy-into-practice-strengthening-vawa-compliance-in-affordable-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/cpted%20featured%20image2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/designing-safer-communities-cpted-principles-for-housing-professionals) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - June 1, 2026 ### [Designing Safer Communities: CPTED Principles for Housing Professionals](https://blog.haigroup.com/designing-safer-communities-cpted-principles-for-housing-professionals) Crime prevention starts long before an incident occurs. For housing organizations, safety is shaped by how properties... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/designing-safer-communities-cpted-principles-for-housing-professionals) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/HousingResearchSpotlight_WHHA.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/creating-a-mixed-income-community-to-preserve-the-legacy-of-agudas-achim-synagogue-in-west-hartford-ct) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 28, 2026 ### [A New Chapter for Agudas Achim: Preserving History Through Mixed-Income Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/creating-a-mixed-income-community-to-preserve-the-legacy-of-agudas-achim-synagogue-in-west-hartford-ct) For decades, the Agudas Achim Synagogue was a cornerstone of the West Hartford community. In recent years, it sat... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/creating-a-mixed-income-community-to-preserve-the-legacy-of-agudas-achim-synagogue-in-west-hartford-ct) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/CyberThreatsWebinar_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/cyber-threats-to-public-housing-what-every-agency-needs-to-know) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 28, 2026 ### [Cyber Threats to Public Housing: What Every Agency Needs to Know](https://blog.haigroup.com/cyber-threats-to-public-housing-what-every-agency-needs-to-know) Cyberattacks targeting public-sector organizations, including public housing authorities, continue to rise. [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/cyber-threats-to-public-housing-what-every-agency-needs-to-know) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/advancing%20equity%20report-featured%20image.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-public-housing-authority-pathways-to-advancing-equity) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - May 27, 2026 ### [Housing Research: Public Housing Authority Pathways to Advancing Equity](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-public-housing-authority-pathways-to-advancing-equity) Public housing authorities (PHAs) play an important role in creating equitable communities by ensuring residents have... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-public-housing-authority-pathways-to-advancing-equity) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Fine%20In%20Multifamily-Featured-Image_.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-fire-safety-in-multifamily-housing) [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety) - May 27, 2026 ### [Free Training: Fire Safety in Multifamily Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-fire-safety-in-multifamily-housing) Fire safety is essential in all settings, but multifamily housing poses additional risks due to shared walls, common... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-fire-safety-in-multifamily-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/2026_Housing_Impact_Report/Blog%20Featured%20Images/Blog7_PHAPartnerships.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/public-housing-authorities-making-a-difference-through-partnerships) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 19, 2026 ### [Public Housing Authorities Making a Difference Through Partnerships](https://blog.haigroup.com/public-housing-authorities-making-a-difference-through-partnerships) Across the country, public housing authorities (PHAs) are partnering to pair the affordable homes they manage with... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/public-housing-authorities-making-a-difference-through-partnerships) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AutoSafety_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-auto-safety-management) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 14, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Auto Safety Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-auto-safety-management) Operating vehicles is a routine part of work for many housing organizations, whether staff are traveling between... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-auto-safety-management) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PestControl_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/pest-control-in-multifamily-housing) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 14, 2026 ### [Resident Resource: Share This Pest Control Information With Your Tenants](https://blog.haigroup.com/pest-control-in-multifamily-housing) Pests such as rodents and roaches create serious health, safety, and property risks in multifamily housing communities.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/pest-control-in-multifamily-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Affordable%20Housing%20Growing_Featured-Image_.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-affordable-housing-market-is-growing-are-you-in) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 13, 2026 ### [The Affordable Housing Market is Growing: Are You In?](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-affordable-housing-market-is-growing-are-you-in) The multifamily rental market is getting bigger. Over the past decade, the rental stock grew by 5.5 million units,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-affordable-housing-market-is-growing-are-you-in) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/2026_Housing_Impact_Report/Blog%20Featured%20Images/Blog6_EnvironmentForLearning.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-fosters-an-environment-for-learning) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 12, 2026 ### [Housing Fosters an Environment for Learning](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-fosters-an-environment-for-learning) Safe, stable, affordable housing plays a critical role in shaping educational outcomes for children and young adults.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-fosters-an-environment-for-learning) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/MakingTheCaseWebinar_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/making-the-case-research-to-strengthen-your-affordable-housing-advocacy) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 11, 2026 ### [Event Recording: Using Evidence to Build Stronger Affordable Housing Advocacy](https://blog.haigroup.com/making-the-case-research-to-strengthen-your-affordable-housing-advocacy) Advocacy is more powerful when it is grounded in evidence. That was the focus of PAHRC’s recent live virtual session,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/making-the-case-research-to-strengthen-your-affordable-housing-advocacy) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-867105862.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-emergency-preparedness-for-multifamily-housing-organizations) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 6, 2026 ### [Free Training: Emergency Preparedness for Multifamily Housing Organizations](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-emergency-preparedness-for-multifamily-housing-organizations) Strengthen your organization’s emergency preparedness for multifamily housing in this practical virtual session led by... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-emergency-preparedness-for-multifamily-housing-organizations) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Lansing-Housing-YouTube%20Thumbnail.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/cyberattack-case-study-lessons-from-the-lansing-housing-commission) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 6, 2026 ### [Cyberattack Case Study: Lessons from the Lansing Housing Commission](https://blog.haigroup.com/cyberattack-case-study-lessons-from-the-lansing-housing-commission) Cybersecurity attacks continue to pose a growing threat to housing organizations, which often maintain highly sensitive... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/cyberattack-case-study-lessons-from-the-lansing-housing-commission) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/2026_Housing_Impact_Report/Blog%20Featured%20Images/Blog5_EconomicImpact.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-economic-impact-of-building-preserving-and-providing-affordable-housing) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 5, 2026 ### [The Economic Impact of Building, Preserving, and Providing Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-economic-impact-of-building-preserving-and-providing-affordable-housing) Access to affordable housing can support economic mobility, reduce strain on public services, and increase local... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-economic-impact-of-building-preserving-and-providing-affordable-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/2026_Housing_Impact_Report/Blog%20Featured%20Images/Blog4_UnlockingOpportunity.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-opportunity-a-tool-to-help-you-improve-upward-mobility) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - April 28, 2026 ### [Unlocking Opportunity: A Tool to Help You Improve Upward Mobility](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-opportunity-a-tool-to-help-you-improve-upward-mobility) Where we live plays a powerful role in shaping economic, health, and educational outcomes. Access to strong schools,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-opportunity-a-tool-to-help-you-improve-upward-mobility) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ColumbusMetropolitanHealthFair.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-the-people-who-support-residents-inside-columbus-metropolitan-housing-authoritys-employee-health-fair) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - April 24, 2026 ### [Supporting the People Who Support Residents: Inside Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority’s Employee Health Fair](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-the-people-who-support-residents-inside-columbus-metropolitan-housing-authoritys-employee-health-fair) Housing authority employees show up every day to support residents, manage communities, and navigate complex... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-the-people-who-support-residents-inside-columbus-metropolitan-housing-authoritys-employee-health-fair) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-155386003.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-when-hail-hits) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - April 21, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: When Hail Hits](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-when-hail-hits) Hailstorms can strike fast and hard, causing millions in property damage every year across the United States. While... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-when-hail-hits) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/2026_Housing_Impact_Report/Blog%20Featured%20Images/Blog3_HealthandWellness.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-housing-impacts-health-and-wellness) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - April 21, 2026 ### [How Housing Impacts Health and Wellness](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-housing-impacts-health-and-wellness) Affordable housing does more than provide shelter. It plays a direct role in improving physical and mental health... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-housing-impacts-health-and-wellness) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Blog2_TransformativeImpact.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-transformative-impact-of-revitalizing-public-housing) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - April 15, 2026 ### [The Transformative Impact of Revitalizing Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-transformative-impact-of-revitalizing-public-housing) Nationwide, $169.9 billion is estimated to be needed to preserve the nation’s public housing stock. Despite the... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/the-transformative-impact-of-revitalizing-public-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Featured-Image_Risk%20Management.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/learn-how-to-reduce-risk-with-the-risk-management-fundamentals-course) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - April 9, 2026 ### [Learn How to Reduce Risk with the Risk Management Fundamentals Course](https://blog.haigroup.com/learn-how-to-reduce-risk-with-the-risk-management-fundamentals-course) Strengthen your organization’s risk management with the Risk Management Fundamentals course created by the HAI Group... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/learn-how-to-reduce-risk-with-the-risk-management-fundamentals-course) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PAHRC_Research/2026_Housing_Impact_Report/Blog%20Featured%20Images/Blog1_KeyTrendsinAffordableHousing.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/your-guide-to-the-housing-impact-reports-most-important-insights-to-dispel-affordable-housing-myths) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - April 8, 2026 ### [Your Guide to the Housing Impact Report’s Most Important Insights to Dispel Affordable Housing Myths](https://blog.haigroup.com/your-guide-to-the-housing-impact-reports-most-important-insights-to-dispel-affordable-housing-myths) If you’re an affordable housing provider, knowing current facts about who needs and uses affordable housing is... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/your-guide-to-the-housing-impact-reports-most-important-insights-to-dispel-affordable-housing-myths) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/2026HIR_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-how-affordable-homes-strengthen-people-and-communities) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - April 8, 2026 ### [Housing Research: How Affordable Homes Strengthen People and Communities](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-how-affordable-homes-strengthen-people-and-communities) Affordable housing plays a critical role in supporting residents and strengthening communities nationwide. As housing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-how-affordable-homes-strengthen-people-and-communities) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Featured-Image_Fundamental-Housing-Insur.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-insurance-a-guided-learning-experience-with-hai-group) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - April 3, 2026 ### [Unlocking Insurance: A Guided Learning Experience with HAI Group](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-insurance-a-guided-learning-experience-with-hai-group) Explore the foundations, principles, and practical insights of insurance with HAI Group Housing Training Institute. [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-insurance-a-guided-learning-experience-with-hai-group) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1446629281.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/making-time-to-learn-inside-a-professional-development-wednesday) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - April 2, 2026 ### [Making Time to Learn: Inside a Professional Development Wednesday](https://blog.haigroup.com/making-time-to-learn-inside-a-professional-development-wednesday) Every third Wednesday of the month, the Newberry Housing Authority is closed to the public. [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/making-time-to-learn-inside-a-professional-development-wednesday) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/EddyAwards_FeaturedImage-2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-earns-first-place-in-the-2026-eddy-awards) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - April 1, 2026 ### [HAI Group Earns First Place in the 2026 Eddy Awards](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-earns-first-place-in-the-2026-eddy-awards) Financial wellness is one of the most important benefits an organization can offer. At HAI Group, that belief drives a... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-earns-first-place-in-the-2026-eddy-awards) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/DSC04413.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/business-owners-policy-vs.-comprehensive-coverage-whats-right-for-your-organization) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance) - April 1, 2026 ### [Business Owner’s Policy vs. Comprehensive Coverage: What’s Right for Your Organization?](https://blog.haigroup.com/business-owners-policy-vs.-comprehensive-coverage-whats-right-for-your-organization) When reviewing insurance options, it can be tempting to focus primarily on cost. But the structure of your coverage and... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/business-owners-policy-vs.-comprehensive-coverage-whats-right-for-your-organization) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/SmokeDetectorMaintenance_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-smoke-detector-maintenance-checklist) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 30, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Smoke Detector Maintenance Checklist](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-smoke-detector-maintenance-checklist) Smoke detectors are among the most important life-safety devices in any housing community. When they are properly... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-smoke-detector-maintenance-checklist) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PreventingBurnout.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-staff-and-preventing-burnout-in-housing-organizations) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 30, 2026 ### [Supporting Staff and Preventing Burnout in Housing Organizations](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-staff-and-preventing-burnout-in-housing-organizations) Housing professionals are driven by a strong sense of purpose. Every day, they work to support residents, strengthen... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-staff-and-preventing-burnout-in-housing-organizations) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/WorkOrders_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-work-orders) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 27, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Work Orders](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-work-orders) Work orders are more than just a way to track maintenance tasks. They are a key part of how housing organizations... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-work-orders) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/VolunteerGuide_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-volunteer-guide) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - March 26, 2026 ### [HAI Group Volunteer Program Guide](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-volunteer-guide) Each year, thousands of volunteers dedicate their time and efforts to help housing organizations fulfill their mission... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-volunteer-guide) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-2203913956.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-the-housing-collective-uses-the-nhpd-to-protect-affordable-housing) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 26, 2026 ### [How The Housing Collective Uses The NHPD to Protect Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-the-housing-collective-uses-the-nhpd-to-protect-affordable-housing) Across the country, housing organizations are working to preserve existing affordable housing while expanding supply.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-the-housing-collective-uses-the-nhpd-to-protect-affordable-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NAHROParticipation.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/beyond-the-policy-how-hai-group-employees-serve-the-housing-industry-not-just-the-market) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 25, 2026 ### [Beyond the Policy: How HAI Group Employees Serve the Housing Industry, Not Just the Market](https://blog.haigroup.com/beyond-the-policy-how-hai-group-employees-serve-the-housing-industry-not-just-the-market) HAI Group team members don’t simply participate in industry organizations; they lead them. [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/beyond-the-policy-how-hai-group-employees-serve-the-housing-industry-not-just-the-market) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-2223015556%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-columbus-metropolitan-housing-authority-modernized-their-cybersecurity) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 25, 2026 ### [How Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority Modernized Its Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-columbus-metropolitan-housing-authority-modernized-their-cybersecurity) Modern cybersecurity challenges are not always about adding new tools. For many housing organizations, modernizing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-columbus-metropolitan-housing-authority-modernized-their-cybersecurity) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/SouthernNevada.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-culture-of-safety-and-professional-development-at-southern-nevada-regional-housing-authority) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 24, 2026 ### [Building a Culture of Safety and Professional Development at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-culture-of-safety-and-professional-development-at-southern-nevada-regional-housing-authority) At the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA), safety and professional development are not treated as... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-culture-of-safety-and-professional-development-at-southern-nevada-regional-housing-authority) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AltMarketAgents.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/doing-what-agents-do-and-more-real-examples-of-alternative-market-placement-in-action) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 23, 2026 ### [Meeting Housing Authorities Where They Are: Real-World Insurance Placement Solutions](https://blog.haigroup.com/doing-what-agents-do-and-more-real-examples-of-alternative-market-placement-in-action) Housing organizations often take on projects or face new conditions that may not be fully addressed by their existing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/doing-what-agents-do-and-more-real-examples-of-alternative-market-placement-in-action) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/HTICatalog_FeaturedImage-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-course-catalog) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - March 20, 2026 ### [HAI Group’s 2026-2027 Training Catalog: Essential Courses for Housing Professionals](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-course-catalog) The newest training catalog from HAI Group® has arrived, bringing together the courses, certifications, and learning... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-course-catalog) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ReadToGrow.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-young-readers-in-our-community-hai-groups-book-drive-for-read-to-grow) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 19, 2026 ### [Supporting Young Readers in Our Community: HAI Group’s Book Drive for Read to Grow](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-young-readers-in-our-community-hai-groups-book-drive-for-read-to-grow) At HAI Group, supporting communities extends beyond the work we do with housing organizations across the country. It... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-young-readers-in-our-community-hai-groups-book-drive-for-read-to-grow) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/TestingMaintenance_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-testing-maintenance-and-inspection-standards) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 19, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Testing, Maintenance, and Inspection Standards](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-testing-maintenance-and-inspection-standards) Fire protection systems must operate reliably during emergencies. Housing agencies should conduct regular testing,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-testing-maintenance-and-inspection-standards) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Featured-Image_Fire.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-what-to-do-after-a-fire) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety) - March 12, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: What to Do After a Fire](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-what-to-do-after-a-fire) Fire scenes are inherently dangerous, and actions taken in the hours and days after a fire can significantly affect... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-what-to-do-after-a-fire) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/a4887f93-f9f1-4eaa-9c52-4ab75739bcf4.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/sample-policy-reasonable-accommodation-animal-agreement) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 3, 2026 ### [Sample Policy: Animal Accommodation Agreement](https://blog.haigroup.com/sample-policy-reasonable-accommodation-animal-agreement) Reasonable accommodation animal requests are becoming more common in housing communities. As these requests increase,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/sample-policy-reasonable-accommodation-animal-agreement) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/HTI_Launch-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-housing-training-institute-new-name-same-mission) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - March 3, 2026 ### [HAI Group Housing Training Institute: New Name, Same Mission](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-housing-training-institute-new-name-same-mission) HAI Group Online Training has a new name: HAI Group Housing Training Institute (HTI). [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-housing-training-institute-new-name-same-mission) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Spring%20Inspection.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/thaw-repair-prepare-a-spring-maintenance-guide-for-housing-agencies) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - February 27, 2026 ### [Thaw, Repair, Prepare: A Spring Maintenance Guide for Housing Agencies](https://blog.haigroup.com/thaw-repair-prepare-a-spring-maintenance-guide-for-housing-agencies) As winter fades, property owners must prepare for the seasonal shift. The return of budding plants, blooming trees, and... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/thaw-repair-prepare-a-spring-maintenance-guide-for-housing-agencies) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/LPF_BlogImage_Blank.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/loss-prevention-fund-what-you-need-to-know-before-applying) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - February 27, 2026 ### [2026 Loss Prevention Fund: What You Need to Know Before Applying](https://blog.haigroup.com/loss-prevention-fund-what-you-need-to-know-before-applying) HAI Group® proudly offers the annual Loss Prevention Fund, a competitive reimbursement program available for eligible... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/loss-prevention-fund-what-you-need-to-know-before-applying) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Enfield-Manor_Featured-Image_.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-enfield-housing-authority-reimagined-enfield-manor-for-the-future) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - February 26, 2026 ### [How Enfield Housing Authority Reimagined Enfield Manor for the Future](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-enfield-housing-authority-reimagined-enfield-manor-for-the-future) The Enfield Housing Authority (EHA) is taking a major step toward strengthening housing options for older adults and... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-enfield-housing-authority-reimagined-enfield-manor-for-the-future) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/CHAM_AMS-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/what-is-ams-and-ams-choosing-the-right-path-to-asset-management-certification) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute) - February 17, 2026 ### [What Is AMS And AMS+: Choosing The Right Path To Asset Management Certification](https://blog.haigroup.com/what-is-ams-and-ams-choosing-the-right-path-to-asset-management-certification) Join us for a free virtual event! Discover how AMS+ supports affordable housing professionals through guided learning,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/what-is-ams-and-ams-choosing-the-right-path-to-asset-management-certification) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/HeartHealthMonth-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/a-lesson-in-listening-to-your-body-one-hai-group-team-members-story-and-the-message-behind-american-heart-month) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - February 12, 2026 ### [A Lesson in Listening to Your Body: One HAI Group Team Member’s Story and the Message Behind American Heart Month](https://blog.haigroup.com/a-lesson-in-listening-to-your-body-one-hai-group-team-members-story-and-the-message-behind-american-heart-month) When HAI Group Senior Business Support Associate Lisa Torelli felt a sharp pain in her chest in December 2023, she... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/a-lesson-in-listening-to-your-body-one-hai-group-team-members-story-and-the-message-behind-american-heart-month) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PropertySurveyOverview_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-property-survey-overview) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 30, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Property Survey Overview](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-property-survey-overview) When it comes to managing risk, knowing the condition of your properties is one of the most effective tools available.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-property-survey-overview) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/OwnershipOfPets_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-ownership-of-pets-sample-policy) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 29, 2026 ### [Sample Policy: Ownership of Pets](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-ownership-of-pets-sample-policy) Pets can play an important role in residents’ lives, but they can also introduce safety, health, and liability... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-ownership-of-pets-sample-policy) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/EarthquakePreparedness_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-earthquake-preparedness) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 23, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Earthquake Preparedness](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-earthquake-preparedness) Earthquakes occur without warning and can create dangerous conditions for housing communities in a matter of seconds.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-earthquake-preparedness) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RentersInsurance_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-renters-insurance) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - January 22, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Renters Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-renters-insurance) A common misconception among renters is that their property owner’s insurance protects their personal property. In... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-renters-insurance) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RAD_Finance_Featured-Image_.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/lihtc-transactions-paired-with-rad-what-to-know) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 21, 2026 ### [LIHTC Transactions Paired With RAD: What Public Housing Authorities & Developers Need to Know](https://blog.haigroup.com/lihtc-transactions-paired-with-rad-what-to-know) Public housing authorities (PHAs) are under growing pressure to reinvest in aging properties while navigating rising... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/lihtc-transactions-paired-with-rad-what-to-know) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Garrett_Featured-Image_New-1%20(2).jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/intern-spotlight-garrett-girgasky-account-services) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 16, 2026 ### [Internship Spotlight: Garrett Girgasky, Account Services](https://blog.haigroup.com/intern-spotlight-garrett-girgasky-account-services) Garrett Girgasky was one of seven interns selected for HAI Group’s 2025 Summer Internship Program, where he supported... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/intern-spotlight-garrett-girgasky-account-services) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Community_Art_Getty1.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-community-art-can-help-deter-crime-in-public-and-affordable-housing-communities) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 15, 2026 ### [CPTED in Action: How Community Art Can Help Deter Crime](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-community-art-can-help-deter-crime-in-public-and-affordable-housing-communities) Art, no matter the medium, size, or shape, has a way of capturing attention. It can make you pause, take a second look,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-community-art-can-help-deter-crime-in-public-and-affordable-housing-communities) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/010926-Satisfacts%20Renter%20Study.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/inside-the-satisfacts-renter-study-transparency-trends-impacting-affordable-housing) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 9, 2026 ### [Inside the SatisFacts Renter Study: Transparency Trends Impacting Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/inside-the-satisfacts-renter-study-transparency-trends-impacting-affordable-housing) Transparency has moved from a “nice-to-have” to a defining expectation in today’s rental market. According to the 2025... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/inside-the-satisfacts-renter-study-transparency-trends-impacting-affordable-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/CLPHA%20Fall%20Meeting%20Blog%20Image-2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-pahrc-in-affordable-housing-news-for-public-housing-preservation-research) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - January 8, 2026 ### [Spotlight on PAHRC in Affordable Housing News for Public Housing Preservation Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-pahrc-in-affordable-housing-news-for-public-housing-preservation-research) The Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation (PAHRC), HAI Group’s research division, was recently featured in... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-pahrc-in-affordable-housing-news-for-public-housing-preservation-research) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AHN_FeatureImage-01.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-coo-troy-lepage-identifies-four-attributes-to-look-for-in-an-insurer) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 8, 2026 ### [HAI Group COO Troy LePage Identifies Four Attributes to Look For in an Insurer](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-coo-troy-lepage-identifies-four-attributes-to-look-for-in-an-insurer) HAI Group Chief Operating Officer Troy LePage was recently featured in Multifamily Affordable Housing Business (MAHB),... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-coo-troy-lepage-identifies-four-attributes-to-look-for-in-an-insurer) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/03b056f9-3e08-4644-a778-5925e4930ee9.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-wildfire-preparedness) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - January 2, 2026 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Wildfire Preparedness](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-wildfire-preparedness) When wildfires occur, they can spread quickly and create dangerous conditions for housing communities with little... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-wildfire-preparedness) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RodentControlFeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-rodent-control) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - December 29, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Rodent Control](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-rodent-control) When rodents find their way into a housing community, the risks go far beyond nuisance complaints. Mice and rats can... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-rodent-control) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PlaygroundBlogImage-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/playground-safety-annual-poster-contest) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 29, 2025 ### [Playground Safety Through Creativity: Inside HAI Group’s Annual Poster Contest](https://blog.haigroup.com/playground-safety-annual-poster-contest) Each year, HAI Group invites young residents to put safety first through creativity. The Playground Poster and Essay... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/playground-safety-annual-poster-contest) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/SlipsTripsFallsWebinar-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-preventing-slips-trips-and-falls-for-property-managers) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - December 23, 2025 ### [Free Training: Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls for Property Managers](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-preventing-slips-trips-and-falls-for-property-managers) Slips, trips, and falls are one of the most common safety challenges facing multifamily properties—and one of the most... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-preventing-slips-trips-and-falls-for-property-managers) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Hoarding-2.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hoarding-in-multifamily-housing-risks-signs-and-resources) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 22, 2025 ### [Hoarding in Multifamily Housing: Risks, Signs, and Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/hoarding-in-multifamily-housing-risks-signs-and-resources) Distinguishing between collecting and hoarding is crucial, as the consequences for residents and housing providers are... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hoarding-in-multifamily-housing-risks-signs-and-resources) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Bridgeport_AngelTree_Blog.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-hai-group-supported-park-city-communities-this-holiday-season) [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 19, 2025 ### [How HAI Group Supported Park City Communities This Holiday Season](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-hai-group-supported-park-city-communities-this-holiday-season) For more than a decade, HAI Group employees have come together with a shared goal, helping bring a little extra joy to... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-hai-group-supported-park-city-communities-this-holiday-season) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Snow%20Removal.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-snow-removal-sample-policies) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 19, 2025 ### [Sample Policy: Snow Removal](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-snow-removal-sample-policies) Snow and ice removal is more than just routine maintenance. It is a crucial part of maintaining safe housing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-snow-removal-sample-policies) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ThinkstockPhotos-187550110.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-artic-wolf-cyber-risk-management-buyers-guide) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 18, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Arctic Wolf's Cyber Risk Management Buyer's Guide](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-artic-wolf-cyber-risk-management-buyers-guide) As cyber threats continue to grow in volume and sophistication, many housing organizations face the same imbalance seen... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-artic-wolf-cyber-risk-management-buyers-guide) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1132415711-2.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-proactive-cyber-security) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 15, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Arctic Wolf's Proactive Cybersecurity Guide](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-proactive-cyber-security) Cybersecurity teams across all industries are stretched thin, and housing organizations are no exception. When... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-proactive-cyber-security) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Blog-IMCAGold_PolicyholderSuccessSession.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/from-claims-to-coverage-key-takeaways-from-hai-groups-live-qa-session) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 15, 2025 ### [From Claims to Coverage: Key Takeaways from HAI Group’s Live Q&A Session](https://blog.haigroup.com/from-claims-to-coverage-key-takeaways-from-hai-groups-live-qa-session) HAI Group’s Partnering with HAI Group: A Policyholder Success Session brought housing professionals together to learn... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/from-claims-to-coverage-key-takeaways-from-hai-groups-live-qa-session) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Snow%20Removal-1.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/protecting-your-properties-this-winter) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 15, 2025 ### [Protecting Your Properties This Winter: Resource Guides For Housing Authorities](https://blog.haigroup.com/protecting-your-properties-this-winter) Winter weather can create challenges for even the most prepared housing organizations. When temperatures drop quickly,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/protecting-your-properties-this-winter) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/YearInReview_FeaturedImage-2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-groups-2025-year-in-review-insights-training-and-tools-housing-professionals-relied-on) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 10, 2025 ### [HAI Group’s 2025 Year in Review: Insights, Training, and Tools Housing Professionals Relied On](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-groups-2025-year-in-review-insights-training-and-tools-housing-professionals-relied-on) As we reflect on 2025, we’re grateful to the housing professionals who rely on our resources, training, and research to... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-groups-2025-year-in-review-insights-training-and-tools-housing-professionals-relied-on) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/energage-featured%20image_UPDATED-3.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/celebrating-a-culture-of-purpose-growth-and-support-at-hai-group) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 8, 2025 ### [Celebrating a Culture of Purpose, Growth, and Support at HAI Group](https://blog.haigroup.com/celebrating-a-culture-of-purpose-growth-and-support-at-hai-group) At HAI Group, culture isn’t a tagline—it’s something employees shape and experience every day. That commitment was... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/celebrating-a-culture-of-purpose-growth-and-support-at-hai-group) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PartneringWithHAIGroup_FeatureImage%201.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/partnering-with-hai-group-how-membership-supports-safer-stronger-housing-organizations) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 4, 2025 ### [Partnering with HAI Group: How Membership Supports Safer, Stronger Housing Organizations](https://blog.haigroup.com/partnering-with-hai-group-how-membership-supports-safer-stronger-housing-organizations) Since 1987, HAI Group has existed for one purpose: to help housing organizations promote and preserve affordable... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/partnering-with-hai-group-how-membership-supports-safer-stronger-housing-organizations) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/eldery%20couple%20exiting%20home.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-hai-group-goes-the-extra-mile-what-personalized-coverage-reviews-mean-for-housing-organizations) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - December 1, 2025 ### [How HAI Group Goes the Extra Mile: What Personalized Coverage Reviews Mean for Housing Organizations](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-hai-group-goes-the-extra-mile-what-personalized-coverage-reviews-mean-for-housing-organizations) Public and affordable housing agencies face unique risks, and generic insurance options rarely provide the clarity,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-hai-group-goes-the-extra-mile-what-personalized-coverage-reviews-mean-for-housing-organizations) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RMABlog_FeaturedImage3.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-safety-how-syracuse-housing-authority-modernized-building-access) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 26, 2025 ### [Unlocking Safety: How Syracuse Housing Authority Modernized Building Access](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-safety-how-syracuse-housing-authority-modernized-building-access) The Syracuse Housing Authority (SHA) manages more than 2,700 public housing units across 15 developments in Onondaga... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/unlocking-safety-how-syracuse-housing-authority-modernized-building-access) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FireSafetyResidents_FeaturedImage2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-fire-safety-for-residents) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - November 20, 2025 ### [Free Video Resource: Fire Safety for Residents](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-fire-safety-for-residents) Fires can happen when you least expect them, which is why preparation and awareness are essential. In 2023, local fire... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-fire-safety-for-residents) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/risk%20conference%20email%20header2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-groups-seventh-annual-risk-management-conference-highlights-and-on-demand-sessions) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 19, 2025 ### [HAI Group’s Seventh Annual Risk Management Conference: Highlights and On-Demand Sessions](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-groups-seventh-annual-risk-management-conference-highlights-and-on-demand-sessions) HAI Group’s seventh annual virtual Risk Management Conference took place on Thursday, Nov. 6, delivering a full day of... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-groups-seventh-annual-risk-management-conference-highlights-and-on-demand-sessions) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AHN_FeatureImage-01.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-and-pahrc-featured-in-recent-issues-of-phadas-advocate) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 17, 2025 ### [HAI Group and PAHRC Featured in Recent Issues of PHADA’s Advocate](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-and-pahrc-featured-in-recent-issues-of-phadas-advocate) HAI Group and the Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation (PAHRC), HAI Group’s research division, were... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/hai-group-and-pahrc-featured-in-recent-issues-of-phadas-advocate) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1394396934.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-those-who-served-how-housing-programs-help-veterans-thrive) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 10, 2025 ### [Supporting Those Who Served: How Housing Programs Help Veterans Thrive](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-those-who-served-how-housing-programs-help-veterans-thrive) Across the country, millions of veterans face unique challenges after returning to civilian life. Despite their... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/supporting-those-who-served-how-housing-programs-help-veterans-thrive) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1351491025.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/honoring-service-and-building-stability-how-hacla-is-housing-los-angeles-veterans) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 10, 2025 ### [Honoring Service and Building Stability: How HACLA Is Housing Los Angeles Veterans](https://blog.haigroup.com/honoring-service-and-building-stability-how-hacla-is-housing-los-angeles-veterans) Veterans often face unique challenges to stable housing, from service-connected disabilities to difficulties navigating... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/honoring-service-and-building-stability-how-hacla-is-housing-los-angeles-veterans) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/EPLI_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/employment-practices-guide-managing-employment-related-liabilities) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 7, 2025 ### [Employment Practices Guide: Managing Employment-Related Liabilities](https://blog.haigroup.com/employment-practices-guide-managing-employment-related-liabilities) Employee lawsuits can be some of the most costly and frequent forms of litigation for housing organizations. HAI... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/employment-practices-guide-managing-employment-related-liabilities) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/risk%20manual%20update-2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/multifamily-housing-risk-control-manual) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - November 4, 2025 ### [Multifamily Housing Risk Control Manual](https://blog.haigroup.com/multifamily-housing-risk-control-manual) Proactive risk management is crucial for housing organizations seeking to safeguard residents, staff, property, and... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/multifamily-housing-risk-control-manual) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/breast-cancer-awareness.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/early-detection-saved-my-life-one-hai-group-leaders-story-and-the-message-behind-breast-cancer-awareness-month) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - October 27, 2025 ### [Early Detection Saved My Life: One HAI Group Leader's Story and the Message Behind Breast Cancer Awareness Month](https://blog.haigroup.com/early-detection-saved-my-life-one-hai-group-leaders-story-and-the-message-behind-breast-cancer-awareness-month) When HAI Group’s chief governance and human resources officer, Amy Galvin, went in for a routine mammogram eight years... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/early-detection-saved-my-life-one-hai-group-leaders-story-and-the-message-behind-breast-cancer-awareness-month) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RMABlog_FeaturedImage2.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/caring-beyond-the-job-how-decatur-housing-authoritys-jason-pounds-became-a-risk-champion) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 23, 2025 ### [Caring Beyond the Job: How Decatur Housing Authority’s Jason Pounds Became a Risk Champion](https://blog.haigroup.com/caring-beyond-the-job-how-decatur-housing-authoritys-jason-pounds-became-a-risk-champion) When Jason Pounds joined the Decatur Housing Authority (DHA) in Nebraska, he wasn’t looking for recognition. Hired as a... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/caring-beyond-the-job-how-decatur-housing-authoritys-jason-pounds-became-a-risk-champion) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/10YearReport_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-10-year-roadmap-for-public-housing-sustainability-technical-report) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 23, 2025 ### [Housing Research: 10 Year Roadmap for Public Housing Sustainability Technical Report](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-10-year-roadmap-for-public-housing-sustainability-technical-report) Maintaining safe, affordable homes for residents has become increasingly urgent as public housing ages. These homes... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-research-10-year-roadmap-for-public-housing-sustainability-technical-report) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ChartingARoadmap_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/charting-a-roadmap-to-preserve-public-housing) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 22, 2025 ### [Charting a Roadmap to Preserve Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/charting-a-roadmap-to-preserve-public-housing) Over the past year, the Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation (PAHRC)—HAI Group’s research... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/charting-a-roadmap-to-preserve-public-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PathsToPreservation_FeaturedImage-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/public-housing-preservation-success-stories) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 22, 2025 ### [Innovative Paths to Preservation: How Public Housing Authorities Are Modernizing Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/public-housing-preservation-success-stories) Public housing is the nation’s oldest affordable rental housing program. This essential program serves more than 1.5... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/public-housing-preservation-success-stories) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/RMABlog_FeaturedImage-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-cuyahoga-metropolitan-housing-authority-used-qr-codes-to-strengthen-fire-safety) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 22, 2025 ### [How Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Used QR Codes to Strengthen Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-cuyahoga-metropolitan-housing-authority-used-qr-codes-to-strengthen-fire-safety) When it comes to emergency response, every moment counts. That mantra is something that Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-cuyahoga-metropolitan-housing-authority-used-qr-codes-to-strengthen-fire-safety) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FireResponse_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/post-fire-response-training-what-housing-professionals-need-to-know) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 17, 2025 ### [Post-Fire Response Training: What Housing Professionals Need to Know](https://blog.haigroup.com/post-fire-response-training-what-housing-professionals-need-to-know) Property managers play a vital role in helping communities recover from a fire. They are responsible for ensuring... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/post-fire-response-training-what-housing-professionals-need-to-know) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/PostFireResponseWebinar_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-post-fire-response-for-property-managers) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - October 14, 2025 ### [Free Training: Post-Fire Response for Property Managers](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-post-fire-response-for-property-managers) When a fire strikes, housing organizations must act quickly to ensure safety, stabilize the property, and support... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-post-fire-response-for-property-managers) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Toolbox_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/expanding-the-toolbox-to-build-and-preserve-affordable-housing-in-worcester-ma) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - October 8, 2025 ### [Expanding the Toolbox to Build and Preserve Affordable Housing in Worcester, MA](https://blog.haigroup.com/expanding-the-toolbox-to-build-and-preserve-affordable-housing-in-worcester-ma) Across the region, housing authorities are tackling ambitious projects that not only preserve affordable housing but... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/expanding-the-toolbox-to-build-and-preserve-affordable-housing-in-worcester-ma) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FirePreventionWeek_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/fire-prevention-week-the-importance-of-fire-safety-education-in-low-income-communities) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety) - October 6, 2025 ### [Fire Prevention Week: The Importance of Fire Safety Education in Low-Income Communities](https://blog.haigroup.com/fire-prevention-week-the-importance-of-fire-safety-education-in-low-income-communities) Poverty conditions don’t inherently cause more fires, but they do create risk factors that make communities more... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/fire-prevention-week-the-importance-of-fire-safety-education-in-low-income-communities) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NHPD_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-the-nhpd-in-affordable-housing-news) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - October 6, 2025 ### [Spotlight on the NHPD in Affordable Housing News](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-the-nhpd-in-affordable-housing-news) The National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD) is featured in the Summer 2025 issue of Affordable Housing News,... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/spotlight-on-the-nhpd-in-affordable-housing-news) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/IMCADeepFake_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/five-signs-to-watch-for-when-it-comes-to-deepfakes) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - October 2, 2025 ### [Five Signs to Watch for When It Comes to Deepfakes](https://blog.haigroup.com/five-signs-to-watch-for-when-it-comes-to-deepfakes) Imagine you're at your desk when a coworker video calls you. They're not the type to reach out unexpectedly, but you... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/five-signs-to-watch-for-when-it-comes-to-deepfakes) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/LIHTC_Webinar_Feature_image.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/lihtc-changes-under-obbba-what-public-housing-agencies-need-to-know) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 26, 2025 ### [LIHTC Changes Under OBBBA: What Public Housing Agencies Need to Know](https://blog.haigroup.com/lihtc-changes-under-obbba-what-public-housing-agencies-need-to-know) Baker Tilly, a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, recently hosted a webinar examining the impacts of the One Big... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/lihtc-changes-under-obbba-what-public-housing-agencies-need-to-know) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/am-best-blog-featured-image.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/celebrating-our-am-best-upgrade-to-a-superior-what-it-means-for-hai-group) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance) - September 25, 2025 ### [Celebrating Our AM Best Upgrade to A+ (Superior): What It Means for HAI Group](https://blog.haigroup.com/celebrating-our-am-best-upgrade-to-a-superior-what-it-means-for-hai-group) Most of you who know me know that I like to keep things short, punchy, and to the point. I'm not usually one to write a... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/celebrating-our-am-best-upgrade-to-a-superior-what-it-means-for-hai-group) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Private_Property_No_Trespassing.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-strengthening-security-in-multifamily-housing) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 24, 2025 ### [Free Training: Strengthening Security in Multifamily Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-strengthening-security-in-multifamily-housing) Improving security at multifamily housing properties is essential to protecting residents, staff, and property.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-strengthening-security-in-multifamily-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/ACWindowUnit_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/sample-policy-window-air-conditioning-units) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - September 24, 2025 ### [Sample Policy: Window Air-Conditioning Units](https://blog.haigroup.com/sample-policy-window-air-conditioning-units) Window air conditioning units offer residents much-needed relief during warm months, but improper installation can... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/sample-policy-window-air-conditioning-units) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NBHA%20Feature%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/growing-leaders-from-within-how-nbha-uses-hai-group-online-training-to-empower-staff) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 23, 2025 ### [Growing Leaders from Within: How New Britain Housing Authority Uses the HAI Group Housing Training Institute to Empower Staff](https://blog.haigroup.com/growing-leaders-from-within-how-nbha-uses-hai-group-online-training-to-empower-staff) For more than 30 years, the HAI Group Housing Training Institute has helped more than 30,000 housing professionals earn... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/growing-leaders-from-within-how-nbha-uses-hai-group-online-training-to-empower-staff) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/LIHTCWebinar_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/fundamentals-of-the-lihtc-program) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 18, 2025 ### [Breaking Down LIHTC: Self-Paced Training for Housing Professionals](https://blog.haigroup.com/fundamentals-of-the-lihtc-program) The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is a critical tool for creating and preserving affordable housing.... 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[Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-email-security) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Housing_Pierce_County_Chateau_Rainier_Exterior_5.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-culture-of-learning-lessons-from-pierce-county-housing-authority) [Housing Training Institute](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/housing-training-institute), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 15, 2025 ### [Building a Culture of Learning: Lessons from Pierce County Housing Authority](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-culture-of-learning-lessons-from-pierce-county-housing-authority) When leadership at Housing Pierce County (HPC), also known as Pierce County Housing Authority, noticed staff training... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/building-a-culture-of-learning-lessons-from-pierce-county-housing-authority) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1132415711-1.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-cybersecurity-in-affordable-housing) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/cybersecurity), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 15, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Cybersecurity in Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-cybersecurity-in-affordable-housing) Cybersecurity can feel overwhelming, especially for housing organizations where staff juggle multiple responsibilities... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-cybersecurity-in-affordable-housing) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/GettyImages-1135200122.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-basics-of-residential-physical-security) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 11, 2025 ### [Free Training: Basics of Residential Physical Security](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-basics-of-residential-physical-security) Residential physical security might not always be top of mind, but it’s one of the most critical factors in protecting... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-training-basics-of-residential-physical-security) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/667f775a-321c-4bba-ab3d-b9ae2def94c8.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-use-the-national-housing-preservation-database-like-a-pro) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - September 10, 2025 ### [How to use the National Housing Preservation Database Like a Pro](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-use-the-national-housing-preservation-database-like-a-pro) Affordable housing plays a vital role in communities nationwide, supporting nearly 7 million households and over 13... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-use-the-national-housing-preservation-database-like-a-pro) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Intern_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/inside-the-intern-experience) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 8, 2025 ### [Inside the Intern Experience: Highlights from a Summer at HAI Group](https://blog.haigroup.com/inside-the-intern-experience) Every summer, HAI Group welcomes a new group of interns who bring fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/inside-the-intern-experience) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/iStock-1183418735.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/water-damage-prevention) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - September 4, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Water Damage Prevention](https://blog.haigroup.com/water-damage-prevention) Water damage might not be as visually dramatic as fire or wind damage, but it’s one of the most expensive and common... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/water-damage-prevention) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/TermiteDamage_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-detect-and-prevent-termite-damage) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 15, 2025 ### [Silent Destroyers: How to Detect and Prevent Termite Damage](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-detect-and-prevent-termite-damage) For public and affordable housing organizations, hidden threats can be as damaging as visible hazards. One of the most... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-detect-and-prevent-termite-damage) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Hurricane_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-hurricane-preparedness) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 13, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Hurricane Preparedness](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-hurricane-preparedness) Hurricane season brings the potential for high winds, heavy rain, flooding, and widespread disruption. For housing... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-hurricane-preparedness) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/LeadLiability_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/section-8-and-lead-liability-what-housing-authorities-need-to-know) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 12, 2025 ### [Section 8 and Lead Liability: What Housing Authorities Need to Know](https://blog.haigroup.com/section-8-and-lead-liability-what-housing-authorities-need-to-know) Lead-based paint is a hidden danger in many older properties.Human exposure presentsa significant liability risk for... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/section-8-and-lead-liability-what-housing-authorities-need-to-know) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/CookingFireSafety_FeaturedImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-cooking-fire-safety) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - August 8, 2025 ### [Free Video Resource: Cooking Fire Safety Tips to Protect Your Home and Community](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-cooking-fire-safety) Cooking is a daily activity in every household, but it’s also the leading cause of home fires and fire-related injuries... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/free-video-resource-cooking-fire-safety) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/CandleSafety_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-candle-fire-safety) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing), [Resident Resources](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/resident-resources) - August 8, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Candle Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-candle-fire-safety) Candles are a popular way to create a warm, inviting atmosphere, but they also come with real danger. From holiday... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-candle-fire-safety) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/NotaryBonds_FeatureImage-1.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/notary-bonds) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - August 5, 2025 ### [What Housing Organizations Should Know About Notary Bonds](https://blog.haigroup.com/notary-bonds) If your housing organization employs notaries, whether for certifying documents, verifying resident information, or... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/notary-bonds) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/SocialMediaGuidelines_FeatureImage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-social-media-policy-and-guidelines) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - August 1, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Social Media Policy and Guidelines](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-social-media-policy-and-guidelines) Social media is an essential communication tool, but it also presents risks when misused. These guidelines help housing... 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[Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-disaster-planning-for-affordable-housing-organizations) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Incident%20Command%20System.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-incident-command-system) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - July 31, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Incident Command System](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-incident-command-system) When a fire, severe weather event, or major emergency strikes your property, decisions need to be made fast and made by... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-incident-command-system) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Vandalism.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-vandalism-in-housing-communities) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - July 24, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Vandalism in Housing Communities](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-vandalism-in-housing-communities) Even a single act of vandalism, whether it’s graffiti, broken windows, or tampered equipment, can disrupt daily... 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[Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-understanding-natural-gas) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Fire%20Related%20Water%20Damage.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-fire-related-water-damage) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Fire Safety](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/fire-safety) - July 18, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Fire Related Water Damage](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-fire-related-water-damage) When a fire breaks out, the damage doesn’t end when the flames are out. In fact, the water used to extinguish the fire... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-fire-related-water-damage) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/MythBusters_FeatureImage-4.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/myth-vs.-reality-data-driven-insights-on-affordable-housing) [Research](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/research) - July 15, 2025 ### [Myth vs. Reality: Data-Driven Insights on Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/myth-vs.-reality-data-driven-insights-on-affordable-housing) Affordable housing is an integral part of communities across the country, helping nearly 7 million households and 13.28... 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[Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/how-to-stop-water-damage-before-it-starts) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/GasMeters.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-dangers-of-gas-lines) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - May 19, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Dangers of Gas Lines](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-dangers-of-gas-lines) Natural gas powers many essential systems in multifamily housing, including furnaces, ovens, generators, and more. It’s... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-dangers-of-gas-lines) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/FireExit.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-unit-safety-tips) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - May 14, 2025 ### [Housing Risk Guide: Unit Safety Tips](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-unit-safety-tips) Creating a safe living environment starts inside each unit. From housekeeping habits to fire safety measures, proactive... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/housing-risk-guide-unit-safety-tips) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/Key%20in%20unit%20door.jpg)](https://blog.haigroup.com/key-control-policy-templates-for-tenants-and-employees) [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management) - May 13, 2025 ### [Key Control Policy Templates for Tenants and Employees](https://blog.haigroup.com/key-control-policy-templates-for-tenants-and-employees) Effective key management is essential to maintaining safety, security, and accountability within housing organizations.... [Read more](https://blog.haigroup.com/key-control-policy-templates-for-tenants-and-employees) [![](https://blog.haigroup.com/hubfs/AHN_FeatureImage-01.png)](https://blog.haigroup.com/insights-on-risk-and-insurance-hai-group-in-affordable-housing-news) [Insurance](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/insurance), [Risk Management](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/risk-management), [Public Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/public-housing), [Affordable Housing](https://blog.haigroup.com/tag/affordable-housing) - May 8, 2025 ### [Insights on Risk and Insurance: HAI Group in Affordable Housing News](https://blog.haigroup.com/insights-on-risk-and-insurance-hai-group-in-affordable-housing-news) HAI Group is proud to be featured in two articles in the Winter 2024 edition of Affordable Housing News, highlighting... 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