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Shape What’s Next: Join the NextGen MOR Working Group
Change is coming, and this time, you’re part of building it. For many organizations working within housing compliance, Management and Occupancy Reviews (MOR) are critical to ensuring program integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory alignment. As technology...
The 2026 OCAF Release: What Section 8 Owners and Administrators Need to Know Now
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has officially released the 2026 Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAF), a critical update used to adjust Section 8 contract rents for eligible properties nationwide. According to HUD’s published notice...
HUD’s 2026 Program Limits Will Arrive Later Than Expected—Here’s What That Means
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has officially announced a change to this year’s program limits release timeline. Instead of the traditional April 1 publication date, HUD program limits will now be released on May 1. This update may...
Smarter Data Management with Historical Baseline Functionality
The latest NextGen Section 8 ("Section 8X", "S8X") Release 4.0 has arrived, and it brings a powerful enhancement designed to make contract administration operations more efficient, accurate, and self-sufficient. With this release, Historical Baseline functionality is...
Plan Your NextGen Fusion Transition at the HFA Institute 2026
With the March 23, 2026 NextGen Fusion (v4.0) transition deadline approaching, early planning is more important than ever. Ensuring your agency is ready, aligned, and confident in your upgrade path can save time, avoid rework, and maximize the value of your Fusion...
Happy New Year from Housing and Development Software
As we welcome 2026, the team at Housing and Development Software (HDS) is excited to continue supporting housing agencies and organizations with reliable technology, expert guidance, and exceptional service. Moreover, our commitment goes beyond providing well-designed...