Local municipalities and private owners may offer to donate property to your affordable housing organization. While there are clear advantages to these donations, including the potential to increase housing stock in the area, you should consider several factors before accepting donated property.

If you've ever chalked up money for a streaming service or gym membership you didn't end up using regularly, then you know what it's like to spend unnecessarily. 

Insurance jargon can often be a labyrinth for those not entrenched in the industry. Amid the terminology maze, housing organizations are frequently confronted with discussions about coverage limits and sublimits. But what do these terms actually signify? Let's embark on a journey of understanding.

Affordable housing organizations planning significant redevelopment or renovation projects must partner with contractors to accomplish the task. So, how do you select qualified contractors, monitor their work, and ensure your organization, as the project owner, doesn't expose itself to unnecessary risks?

This article covers the basics of working with contractors, providing methods to help transfer, avoid, and reduce the risks involved in construction projects. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer to project management, these essential guidelines will empower you to navigate the intricate landscape of working with contractors effectively.

Most housing organizations handle lawn maintenance and snow removal directly or through an insured third-party contractor, but it's not uncommon for residents of scattered sites to take on the responsibility. This can take the burden off busy maintenance teams and help instill a sense of pride in residents, but is it worth the risk?

Online reputation management is more crucial than ever in maintaining a successful multifamily operation. In terms of attracting potential residents, building a positive online reputation can be a gamechanger, because a vast majority of consumers search online to find local businesses and services.

If you’re a high-achieving housing agency looking to continuously improve your operations, getting accredited with the Affordable Housing Accreditation Board (AHAB) is a great next step. AHAB, an independent organization, has been accrediting affordable housing providers nationwide since 2018 based on eight standards developed by the housing industry. To help you learn more about the benefits of accreditation, along with the process, HAI Group’s Staci Canny sat down with Jeff Weslow, assistant director of AHAB, to get a closer look.

Insurance isn’t optional for multifamily affordable housing organizations (or anyone, for that matter). To that end, part of our mission at HAI Group is to make the process of securing and using coverage in times of need as reasonable and straightforward as possible for our customers.

So long as a housing organization has employees, it is likely to face some type of employment practice liability exposure. Fortunately, there are ways an organization can mitigate this type of loss. The first step is understanding the types of claims that can arise if your organization doesn't abide by the applicable state and federal employment laws.

In an era marked by escalating settlement values and growing jury awards due to social inflation, the imperative for affordable housing providers to fortify their liability coverage has never been more pressing.