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Early Bird Deadline is April 13, 2018

HOUSING North Dakota2018 STATEWIDE HOUSING CONFERENCE

APRIL 25-26, 2018RAMKOTA HOTEL, BISMARCK, ND

ADVOCATES APPRAISERS ATTORNEYS COMMUNITY

LEADERS ECONOMIC DEVELOPERS GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

INVESTORS LEGISLATORS LENDERS MULTIFAMILY

DEVELOPERS PLANNERS PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES

PROPERTY OWNERS AND MANAGERS REAL ESTATE AGENTS AND

BROKERS SERVICE PROVIDERS

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Continuing Education

Continuing education applications have been submitted to the ND Real Estate Commission, ND Real Estate Appraiser Qualifications and Ethics Board, and the ND Board of Social Work Examiners. Credit will be offered upon the approval by these licensing organizations.

Attendance can also be submitted for National Development Council’s Housing Development Finance Professional and National Association of Homebuilders’ Housing Credit Certified Professional recertifications.

Registration – Deadlines, Cancellations and Refunds

Register by April 13, 2018, to receive the lowest rates - Policy Day and Training Day is $160; Policy Day or Training Day is $85; and the Champion Awards Lunch only is $17.50.

After April 13 or at the door - Policy Day and Training Day is $180; Policy Day or Training Day is $95; and the Champion Awards Lunch only is $20.00.

General registration fees are refundable if received by April 13, 2018. A $50 processing fee will be charged thereafter until April 24, 2018. No refunds will be made to registrants who fail to attend or who cancel after April 24, 2018.

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WelcomeNorth Dakota Housing Finance Agency’s Statewide Housing Conference brings together hundreds of housing industry professionals and community leaders for a once-a-year opportunity to hear from recognized experts, develop new skills, learn about available resources, and make real face-to-face connections.

Be sure to review the agenda thoroughly, as we have changed up the event format. On Wednesday, April 25, the sessions will focus on housing policy. Day two of the event, Thursday, April 26, will be dedicated to training for lending and real estate professionals, multifamily developers, and property owners and managers.

We look forward to hosting you!

Jolene KlineNDHFA Executive Director

Special Accommodations

For special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and specific dietary needs, contact NDHFA at (800) 292-8621, (800) 366-6888 (TYY) or hfainfo@nd.gov by April 13. Requests may also be submitted when registering online.

Governor Doug Burgum brings a business leader’s approach to diversifying North Dakota’s economy, creating 21st century jobs, and revitalizing our main streets. Driven by a strong belief in North Dakota’s people, Gov. Burgum returned to his home state in 1983 and helped lead Great Plains Software from a small startup company into an award-winning tech firm. Before he left Great Plains in 2007, Gov. Burgum reaffirmed his passion for North Dakota by founding Kilbourne Group, a real estate development firm committed to creating smart, healthy cities through vibrant downtowns. The Kilbourne Group’s substantial impact on revitalizing downtown Fargo is the inspiration for the governor’s Main Street Initiative.

Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., is a nationally acclaimed economist and public speaker specializing in making the arcana and minutia of economics fun, relevant and educational. He holds a B.A. in economics with first class honors from McGill University, as well as a Master and Ph.D. in public administration from Syracuse University. Eisenberg, formerly a senior economist with the National Association of Home Builders is a frequent speaker on topics including: economic forecasts, economic impact of homebuilding, consequences of government regulation, cost-benefit analysis, prudential use of financial derivatives and strategic business development.

Attire and Climate

Your normal work attire is appropriate for all conference activities. Average daytime temperatures in North Dakota in late April are typically in the low 60’s. We recommend that you dress in light layers to be comfortable during the conference as the temperature may fluctuate throughout the hotel.

Lodging and Transportation

Conference lodging is available at the Bismarck hotels listed below at the State Government Rate, $83.70 for a single. The Ramkota is also offering double rooms at $100.00. To reserve rooms at the discounted rate, contact the hotels directly by phone and ask for the “State Housing Conference Block.” The discounted rates will be honored until April 13, 2018, or until the blocks are full.

For conference attendees arriving by air, Bismarck has one major airport, the Bismarck Airport. The Ramkota Hotel, Expressway Suites and Expressway Inn all provide complimentary airport shuttle service. To request a pick-up, use the dedicated phone line available in the Bismarck Airport’s baggage claims area. Additional ground transportation options, including rental cars and taxi services, are listed on the airport’s website, www.bismarckairport.com.

Ramkota HotelConference Site800 S 3rd Street, Bismarck, ND 58504(701) 258-7700

Expressway Suites180 E Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58504(701) 222-3311

Expressway Inn200 E Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58504(701) 222-2900

Featured Speakers

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2018 Ramkota Hotel, Bismarck, ND

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN

10:30 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. OPENING SESSION

Welcome to the Statewide Housing ConferenceJolene Kline, North Dakota Housing Finance Agency

Housing’s Role Within the Main Street Initiative Featured Speaker: Governor Doug Burgum

The Main Street Initiative is aimed at helping communities capitalize on their strengths and make sound planning decisions with a goal of creating vibrant cities that attract and retain a high quality workforce. Adequate and affordable housing is a consideration that cuts across all three pillars of the initiative. The presentation will include a discussion of the initiative and what role housing can play in influencing quality of life to build stronger, reinvigorated communities.

12:00 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. LUNCHEON AND PLENARY SESSION

The Economic Forecast Featured Speaker: Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D.

How GDP growth will perform, what interest rates will do, what are savings rates and a whole host of other economic variables are likely to do in the coming year and, most importantly, why! Eisenberg will also cover our current economic state and sluggish growth. He’ll finish up by teaching the audience how to keep track of the economy by looking at the right variables so that even if his forecast is wrong, you will be able to understand what is going on and not lose the (economic) forest for the (data) trees.

1:30 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. NETWORKING BREAK

2:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. LIVABLE COMMUNITIES

The Livable Community Program, developed by USDA Rural Development in partnership with stakeholder organizations, creates a roadmap for rural community leaders to develop a strategy for improving livability to retain and attract investment, people and opportunity. The presentation will include an introduction to the program and progress to date.

Speaker: Emily Brown, USDA Rural Development

2:45 P.M. - 3:45 P.M. OPPORTUNITY360

Opportunity360 is a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing community challenges by identifying the pathways to greater opportunities using cross-sector data, community engagement and measurement tools. Armed with this information, community development partners are better positioned to make smart investments and create collaborative solutions to transform their community.

Speaker: Ann James, Enterprise Community Partners Inc.

Agenda

4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. HOUSING AND HEALTH

Having access to stable and affordable housing reduces healthcare costs, not only for the individual but also the community. The presenters will discuss why and how housing should be a consideration in care coordination, fostering meaningful relationships between healthcare and housing providers, best practices and the use of healthcare data to inform housing policy.

Speakers: Dr.TerryDwelle,formerNDStateHealthOfficer Dr. Kamillah Wood, Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future

5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. NETWORKING RECEPTION

The Statewide Housing Conference’s networking reception is a one of a kind gathering, offering the best local opportunity of the year for government leaders and housing industry professionals to interact, discuss challenges and share solutions.

THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 Ramkota Hotel, Bismarck, ND

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN

8:00 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. CONCURRENT SESSIONS

Homeownership Track

9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Turn Homeownership Dreams into Closed Deals

During this two-part session, lenders and real estate agents will learn about resources that turn homeownership dreams into closed deals. We will start with a roundtable discussion on the obstacles that you may encounter when working with buyers and follow up with presentations on some of the solutions available locally.

Speakers: Bill Schaefer, USDA Rural Development Dave Flohr, ND Housing Finance Agency Joe Sheehan, Benchmark Mortgage Kirstin Wilhelm, KW Inspire Realty Lisa Pogatshnik, CommunityWorks North Dakota Rick Bloxham, Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Rory Anderson, Verity Homes Tom Ternes, Bank of North Dakota

Property Management Track

9:00 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. UPCS-V Inspection Protocol Update

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is developing a new inspection protocol called UPCS-V with the intent of improving Housing Choice Voucher program inspection standards. During this session, we will introduce UPCS-V and discuss what property owners and managers can expect when a unit is inspected.

Speakers: Jody Moses, HUD Real Estate Assessment Center Dave Klein, Great Plains Housing Authority

10:45 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Connecting Housing to Services (dual with Development track)

Pairing supportive services with housing can be challenging. Panelists will discuss recent developments at their respective agencies. Developers and property owners and managers will learn how to make connections to services that can help retain tenants.

Speakers: Dr. Lisa Peterson, ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Pamela Sagness, ND Department of Human Services, Behavioral Health Division Bianca Bell, Community Options Inc. Nancy Nikolas Maier, ND Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division Michelle Gayette, ND Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division

Development Track

9:00 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. Gaining Community Support

Community support from neighbors, service organizations, and city and county leaders can be key to a project moving forward or not. Despite best intentions, NIMBYism (Not In My Back Yard) can create a road block or detour that can be difficult to overcome. This session will discuss the tools available and best practices to prepare and diffuse NIMBY sentiment.

Speakers: Jennifer Henderson, ND Housing Finance Agency, Planning and Housing Development Division Dan Madler, Beyond Shelter Inc.

10:45 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Connecting Housing to Services (dual with Property Management track)

Pairing supportive services with housing can be challenging. Panelists will discuss recent developments at their respective agencies. Developers and property owners and managers will learn how to make connections to services that can help retain tenants.

Speakers: Dr. Lisa Peterson, ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Pamela Sagness, ND Department of Human Services, Behavioral Health Division Bianca Bell, Community Options Inc. Nancy Nikolas Maier, ND Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division Michelle Gayette, ND Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division

12:00 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. LUNCHEON AND AWARDS PRESENTATION

Champion of Affordable Housing AwardsPresented by: Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem

North Dakota Housing Finance Agency’s Champion of Affordable Housing Awards recognize and honor the exceptional affordable housing contributions made in North Dakota.

1:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. CONCURRENT SESSIONS

Homeownership Track

1:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Real Estate Agents, Appraisers and Lenders: Their New Relationship

This session will familiarize real estate brokers and salespersons, appraisers and mortgage lenders with the continuing effects of federal legislation and regulations enacted over the last decade on the sale, appraisal and mortgaging of real property. Areas of focus include appraisal conditions and requirements that impact the listings of real estate professionals.

Speaker: Craig Steinley, SRA, AI-RRS, Steinley Real Estate Appraisals and Consulting

Property Management Track

1:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Resolving Conflict

Somedays, working with applicants, tenants, clients and even co-workers can be challenging. This session will dive into ways to manage conflict by having the proper mindset and maintaining professionalism. You will be provided with tools to generate voluntary compliance that will help you persuade the most difficult people and deescalate any situation.

Speaker: Chad Sheehan, Sheehan Strategic Solutions LLC

Development Track

1:30 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. “Duty to Serve” Impact

This “Hot Off the press” topic will be presented by representatives of the Government Sponsored Enterprises. During the session, they will cover the impact of the recently published Duty to Serve Underserved Markets Plan and what the impact will be on North Dakota’s affordable housing preservation and rural housing markets.

Speakers: Sam Lipshutz, Fannie Mae Naureen Versi, Freddie Mac

3:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. At-Risk Portfolios

Preserving existing affordable housing inventory is key to maintaining a healthy housing inventory. National Low Income Housing Coalition representatives will present their recently released preservation database, including North Dakota’s at-risk portfolio, and how the information can be used as part of a preservation strategy. Additionally, USDA Rural Development representatives have been invited to cover their organization’s current preservation policy and opportunities.

Speakers: Andrew Aurand, National Low Income Housing Coalition Yvette Spriggs, USDA Rural Development MFH Preservation and Direct Loan Division

Homeownership Seminar

FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2018Doubletree By Hilton, West Fargo, ND

Can’t make it to Bismarck? Join NDHFA’s Homeownership Staff and the Fargo Moorhead Area Association of REALTORS for an encore presentation of a housing conference concurrent session.

Real Estate Agents, Appraisers and Lenders: Their New RelationshipThis session will familiarize real estate brokers and salespersons, appraisers and mortgage lenders with the continuing effects of federal legislation and regulations enacted over the last decade on the sale, appraisal and mortgaging of real property. Areas of focus include appraisal conditions and requirements that impact the listings of real estate professionals.

Speaker: Craig Steinley, SRA, AI-RRS, Steinley Real Estate Appraisals and Consulting

Preregistration is required. For more information, www.ndhfa.org.

Disclaimer: NDHFA reserves the right to make program and schedule changes, additions or cancellations as it deems necessary.

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