Faculty - Led Course | Advanced Level

Advanced Financial Tools for Asset Managers (CHAM)

This advanced course equips asset managers with the financial expertise to manage affordable multifamily housing effectively. You will learn to analyze investment returns, determine sustainable debt levels, and model Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) scenarios to guide strategic decisions. The curriculum explores tax impacts on property performance, compares loan structures, and provides tools to evaluate refinancing opportunities. Through hands-on exercises, you will calculate debt service, assess portfolio health, and plan Year 15 strategies. By completion, you will confidently apply advanced financial tools to strengthen asset performance and advance long-term, mission-driven housing goals.

What You'll Learn

  • Perform advanced financial analysis of multifamily assets, including ROI, NPV, IRR, debt, and portfolio health.
  • Evaluate refinancing, tax credit scenarios, and Year 15 strategies to maximize LIHTC property performance.
  • Apply financial insights to guide strategic decisions that strengthen long-term, mission-driven housing goals.

Live Session Schedule

Week 1:

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Kickoff session

Week 2:

XXX, 2026 | TIME EST

Week 3:

XXX, 2026 | TIME EST

Week 4:

XXX, 2026 | TIME EST

Come Prepared for the Course

This faculty-led course takes place over four weeks and includes up to a 90-minute weekly live web conference session, self-paced online assignments and the use of peer discussion forums. Learners should expect to spend approximately four hours per week on course related reading and assignments. All required coursework is due by 11:59 p.m. PT on the designated day of class.

Pre-Work & Preparation

Pre-Work & Preparation

Complete all pre-work by provided deadlines

Active Participation

Active Participation

Attend live sessions and engage in collaborative activities

Software Requirements

Software Requirements

Microsoft Excel and Zoom proficiency required

Hardware Setup

Hardware Setup

Dual monitors, webcam, and file management capabilities

Your Instructor

NWA Faculty

NWA Faculty

Instructor

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What Learners Are Saying

"This course gave me exactly what I needed to get started in housing counseling. The practical tools and real-world examples made it easy to apply what I learned immediately with my clients."

Maria Rodriguez

Housing Counselor, Urban CDC

"As someone transitioning from social work into housing counseling, this course provided the perfect foundation. The content was incredibly relevant to my daily work."

David Chen

Community Development Specialist

"The instructor's expertise really shines through in every module. I appreciated the balance of theory and practical application."

Sarah Johnson

Housing Program Manager

CHAM Certification

CHAM Certification

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Courses needed to earn this credential:

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