HOTMA & Rural Development: Understanding the Final Rule and What It Means for You

As of July 1, 2025, the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) is officially in effect — and USDA Rural Development (RD) has issued final implementation guidance that fundamentally reshapes compliance practices for RD multifamily housing programs.

This webinar will provide a deep dive into the updated guidance, including the major revisions to Chapter 6 of Handbook HB-2-3560. From new income exclusions to certification procedures and transmission requirements through MINC, we’ll walk you through what’s changed, what’s required, and how to adapt confidently.

Whether you’re working directly with RD tenants or supporting compliance systems behind the scenes, this session is designed to bring clarity to areas that previously caused confusion — and prepare your team for smooth, compliant operations going forward.

Learning Objectives:

• Key HOTMA effective dates and implementation timelines
• What’s changed in Chapter 6 of RD Handbook HB-2-3560 — and why it matters
• Income and asset exclusions under the new rule
• Updates required to Tenant Selection Plans (TSPs)
• Impacts on layered funding programs
• How to correctly use the updated 3560-8 Tenant Certification form
• Requirements for electronic transmissions via MINC

Who Should Attend?

• Property Owners and Managers of USDA RD multifamily housing
• Site Staff and Occupancy Specialists handling certifications
• Compliance Officers and HUD/RD regulatory experts
• RD Field Staff and USDA Loan Specialists
• Software Providers and MINC System Administrators
• Consultants, Trainers, and Affordable Housing Advocates

Why It Matters?

HOTMA introduces some of the most significant compliance updates to Rural Development programs in years. Missing the nuances of the final rule could result in avoidable errors, delayed certifications, or compliance risks. Don’t let outdated guidance put your operations at risk — join us to ensure your team is ready for this new era of compliance.