FREE CPO Occupancy Standards & Rent Calculation Questions and Answers

Question 1

What determines the maximum number of people allowed in a housing unit?

Accepted Answer

Unit size and local code

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Tenant's preference

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Rent amount

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Landlord discretion

Question 2

How is the Total Tenant Payment (TTP) generally calculated?

Accepted Answer

Higher of 30% of adjusted income or 10% of gross income

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10% of adjusted income

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30% of gross income

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Only based on household size

Question 3

What is included in adjusted income for rent calculation?

Accepted Answer

Gross income minus allowable deductions

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All earnings without deductions

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Only unemployment benefits

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Net income after taxes

Question 4

Which of the following is an allowable deduction from annual income?

Accepted Answer

Dependents under 18

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Monthly rent payments

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Car payments

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Credit card debt

Question 5

What is the definition of 'Fair Market Rent' (FMR)?

Accepted Answer

HUD-published rent based on market data

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Rent set by the tenant

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The maximum rent a landlord can charge

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The average rent in the city

Question 6

What is the purpose of a utility allowance in rent calculations?

Accepted Answer

To account for tenant-paid utilities

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To increase landlord income

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To reduce the unit’s market rent

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To ensure tenants are reimbursed for internet bills

Question 7

Which factor can result in a change to a tenant’s rent portion?

Accepted Answer

Family size or income changes

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Tenant preference

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Local weather changes

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Number of rental units in the neighborhood

Question 8

What is the minimum rent that may be charged under HUD guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Between $0 and $50 based on PHA policy

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$0

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$25

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$100 minimum for all tenants

Question 9

Why is it important to conduct interim reexaminations for households?

Accepted Answer

To maintain accurate rent calculations

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To raise rent annually

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To penalize over-income households

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To evaluate the landlord's performance