Expert Consulting Solutions
for Affordable Housing
At Credentials Housing Group, we combine the strategies and tools of real estate professionals with the expertise and oversight of HUD funded programs to deliver the results you expect. Every client’s needs are different, and our innovative approach is specifically tailored to meet the needs of each organization. Let’s face it, government funded programs can be complex and must operate with compliance oversight in mind. We specialize in government compliance and we deliver.
With extensive backgrounds in managing and auditing a variety of affordable housing programs, we have the credentials that demonstrate our commitment and qualifications in the industry.CHG’s dedicated staff has developed innovative approaches to improving and increasing affordable housing options.
We Do Housing Differently. We Do Housing Better.
About
our company
Credentials Housing Group was established in 2018 with a commitment to delivering tailored solutions and actionable insights. Today, CHG continues to focus on what matters most to our clients. We bring a wealth of expertise, experience, and credentials necessary to ensure the operational success of your affordable housing programs and real estate transactions. Credentials Housing Group is dedicated to understanding our clients’ needs and we are committed to exceeding the expectations of your municipality or organization. Our brilliant team members will strategize and research to formulate a plan that will be executed with precision and delivered results.
Our Services
Real Estate Acquisitions and Leasing
CHG’s Real Estate Professionals are experienced in both commercial and residential real estate. We specialize in representing public and private organizations and government agencies. Here at CHG we understand the importance of collaboration and partnership when working with your unique assets and the need to consider all stakeholders and compliance regulations.
Tenant Relocation
CHG provides relocation services throughout the United States. We relocate tenants with the end in mind: homeownership. We provide assessments to determine the needs of the family then we provide a series of trainings in preparation for homeownership. Our services are inclusive of credit counseling, social services application support, assistance with completing the HCVP eligibility process, and a dedicated licensed Real Estate Professional to locate a HUD compliant property in the tenant’s area of choice.
Housing Choice Voucher Administration
CHG provides full program management of the HCVP, PBV, RAD and LIHTC programs. These services include waitlist management, eligibility determinations, RTA processing, inspections, annual/interim recertification processing, internal audits, and informal hearings/reviews. CHG also utilizes our remote call center staff to provide customer service to your participants.
Consulting Services
CHG provides a wide range of consulting services to support your city’s or organization’s affordable housing programs. Through market research and strategic planning CHG will collaboratively develop a comprehensive plan to address your housing needs. We specialize in the development of Consolidated and Action Plans for CDBG grant funds as well as Administrative Plans for PHA’s.
Landlord Recruiting
CHG understands the challenges that voucher holder’s face when navigating the rental market alone. CHG partners with PHA’s to assist your new and existing tenants with finding properties that will accept housing vouchers. Our in-house Real Estate Agents prospect for landlords on behalf of specific tenants, educate them on the Housing Choice Voucher Program, and provide guidance and support to both the landlord and tenant through lease up. Our process greatly reduces voucher extension requests and expirations. Our goal is to partner with PHA’s to increase the amount of landlords who accept vouchers and expand housing options for housing choice voucher tenants.
First Time Home Buyers
Our mission is to make housing affordable again and to position marginalized communities for wealth building through homeownership. CHG works with traditional first time home buyers as well as those with housing vouchers who desire to buy a home through their PHA’s homeownership program. Our designated first time home buyer Real Estate Agents are knowledgeable of down payment assistance programs, grants, and strategies that will specifically benefit new homeowners. CHG also provides credit and housing counseling services through our local partnerships to prepare families to become homeowners.
Housing Choice Voucher Tenant Management for Landlords
Landlords are the backbone of the Housing Choice Voucher Program. However navigating the rules and regulations of the Housing Choice Voucher program can be overwhelming at times and you shouldn’t have to handle it alone. CHG will manage the entire process with your jurisdiction’s PHA from screening potential tenants, RTA submissions, inspections, rent increases, and interim/annual recertifications and everything else in between. CHG’s expert knowledge of the program enables us to streamline the process for you while maximizing your profits, minimizing your risks, and preserving your property’s value.
HCVP Tenant and Landlord Training
CHG develops tenant and landlord training programs for your PHA in accordance with your Administrative Plan. CHG understands the challenges that PHA’s face with maintaining tenant and landlord compliance. CHG creates digital and printable training materials to address your pain points. Our training packages also include videos, quizzes, and action plans that CHG will monitor on behalf of your PHA.
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