As a pioneer of business software for Public Housing Authorities, Emphasys has set the standard for innovative business solutions since 1976.
As a pioneer of business software for Public Housing Authorities, Emphasys has set the standard for innovative business solutions since 1976.
How Do I Choose the Best Public Housing Authority Software?
It’s hard for public housing authorities (PHAs) to effectively manage the complex regulations, multiple subsidy types, and day-to-day demands necessary for providing affordable housing. But, by using the best public housing authority software, these tasks can become much more manageable. The right software means focusing on automation and having access to the data and the […]
PIC-NG is coming – Are you ready?
Emphasys Consulting works with many PHAs, and we have performed years of Voucher Management System (VMS) reporting for their respective Housing Choice Voucher Programs (HCVP). We also have been engaged by clients to assist with HUD’s Quality Assurance Division (QAD) audits of the HCVP and VMS reporting. In our many years of experience, we have […]
GASB 87 – Capital Leases: Are you ready for the changes to lease accounting?
Effective for fiscal years starting on or after July 1, 2021, all leases (with certain exceptions) will become Capital Leases if they have a term greater than 12 months. GASB 87 applies to both the lessee and the lessor. The determining factors are many and varied, including lease term; right to use/sole control; total of […]
Emphasys Is Certified FedRAMP High Authorization
As an innovative developer of software designed for Public Housing Authorities (PHA), Emphasys shows its commitment to the industry through the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program’s (FedRAMP) High Authorization recognition of their hosting platform. This is the top honor available through FedRAMP. High Authorization is a marker of secure, industry-leading systems that are appropriate […]
Is Your PHA Considering a RAD Transition? Emphasys Consulting Can Help
Know the financial impacts to your COCC as your business model changes When a PHA goes through the process of a RAD transition, most financial consultants are very much focused on the individual properties relative to their current and future state and making the “deals” work. Often, what is not discussed and what is not […]
Protecting Your PHA Against Fraud
Working for a public housing authority is a noble cause. Whether it be Section 8 housing or a HUD development, you are providing a service to those who need a little help with their housing situation. And no one expects that such a benevolent group could be capable of fraud, but sadly it happens, and […]