LIHTC Essentials

Time/Schedule

April 28th-30th and May 5th-7th from 1pm-4pm ET each day.

Description

LIHTC Essentials is a foundational training program designed for individuals who are new to the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program or need a clear, structured introduction to how it works. Participants will learn LIHTC concepts from the ground up, including program structure, income and rent rules, eligibility requirements, certifications, leasing and occupancy requirements, and core compliance responsibilities.

The training uses plain-language explanations, step-by-step examples, and real-world scenarios to build confidence and reduce common beginnner mistakes. LIHTC Essentials is designed as a starting point, providing the knowledge needed to understand LIHTC terminology, follow required processes, and know when to seek guidance.

Objectives

After completing this training, participants will be able to:

Expain how the LIHTC program works, including its regulatory structure and compliance responsibilities.
Determine household eligibility and allowable rents using AMI, set-asides, income, and asset rules.
Accurately complete and maintain required LIHTC documentation, including TICs, certifications, and supporting verifications.
Manage leasing, occupancy changes, and vacancies in compliance with LIHTC and fair housing requirements.
Identify, prevent, and respond to compliance risks, including inspections, audits, and reporting obligations.

Who Should Attend?

New property management, leasing, and compliance staff
Developers, owners, and asset managers new to LIHTC
Nonprofit housing staff and community development professionals
Public Housing Agency and Housing Finance Agency staff in entry-level or cross-training roles

Note on Certification

While this training is new, an exam and NAHRO Certification will be available in the upcoming months. More details about NAHRO's new Certified Specialist of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (CS-LIHTC) Certification will be available coming soon.

Please note that if you are planning to use this training for a future NAHRO Certification that a NAHRO ethics training is a requirement for ALL NAHRO certifications. Ethics is NOT included in this course - if you would like to take one of our ethics trainings, you must purchase and take that course separately. Ethics is free for NAHRO members, and can be purchased for non-members by clicking here.

For more information about NAHRO certifications, click here.

Summary

Availability:

No future session

Cost:

Member: $973.00
Non-Member: $1,273.00

Credit Offered:

2 CEU Credits