Eligibility Essentials - Income and Assets in Today's Tech-Driven Economy

As today’s economy evolves, so do the challenges faced by affordable housing professionals responsible for determining eligibility. Traditional employment and predictable asset types are no longer the norm. Instead, managers and compliance staff are increasingly encountering gig-based earnings, digital payment platforms, peer-to-peer income streams, and modern asset categories that don’t fit neatly into long-established HUD and LIHTC guidelines.

“Eligibility Essentials – Income and Assets in Today’s Tech-Driven Economy” is a practical, scenario-driven webinar designed to help you confidently navigate these emerging complexities. This session breaks down how shift-based apps, freelance marketplaces, rideshare work, influencer earnings, crowdfunding, cryptocurrency holdings, and other modern income/asset sources should be documented, verified, and calculated within HUD and LIHTC requirements.

Participants will learn:

• How HUD and LIHTC rules apply to non-traditional employment and irregular gig income

• Best practices for identifying and verifying income from digital and peer-to-peer platforms (Venmo, PayPal, CashApp, etc.)

• How to evaluate and treat modern assets such as crypto, online investment apps, and micro-savings tools

• Red flags, documentation gaps, and compliance pitfalls unique to today’s economic landscape

• Practical strategies for standardizing verification procedures in an increasingly tech-driven environment

Whether you’re new to eligibility or a seasoned professional adapting to rapid changes, this session provides the essential knowledge and tools needed to maintain compliance and make accurate determinations in a world where financial activity is more digital, fragmented, and fluid than ever.