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05/08/2025

St. Petersburg Housing Authority to Host Landlord Summit

Event Aims to Increase the Number of Affordable Housing Opportunities in St. Petersburg

ST. PETERSBURG, FL (MAY 8, 2025) - The St. Petersburg Housing Authority (SPHA) is proud to announce a new partnership with Buy it Rent it PROFIT Education™, an all-in-one platform and educational resource for rental property investment and management. This collaboration enhances SPHA's ongoing commitment to providing the best possible resources, tools, and training for its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) landlords.

Through this partnership, SPHA will offer Buy It Rent It PROFIT Education™ to SPHA landlords free of charge, with the goal of encouraging greater participation in HUD's HCV Program, commonly known as the Section 8 Program.

To celebrate this partnership, SPHA is hosting a Landlord Summit, aimed at increasing the number of affordable housing opportunities in St. Petersburg.

Event Details:

All St. Petersburg real estate investors, landlords, and property managers are encouraged to attend.

About the Platform:

Buy it Rent it PROFIT Education™ offers a comprehensive suite of resources designed to enhance the success of property managers, investors, and landlords. SPHA HCV landlords will now have FREE access to:

  • Comprehensive On-Demand Training: An extensive library of courses covering property management, tenant relations, legal compliance, and real estate investment strategies.
  • Advanced Property Management Tools: Software solutions that streamline property management tasks, including rent collection, maintenance tracking, and tenant communication.
  • Deal Analyzers and Financial Tools: Powerful tools to help evaluate real estate deals, analyze market trends, and make informed investment decisions.
  • Extensive Resource Library: A vast collection of templates, forms, contracts, and guides tailored specifically for landlords and real estate professionals.
  • Community and Networking Opportunities: A vibrant community of real estate professionals where members can share knowledge, ask questions, and collaborate on projects.
  • Regular Updates and Industry Insights: Stay informed with the latest news, legal updates, and trends in real estate and property management.

About the Founder of the Platform:

Buy it Rent it PROFIT Education™ was founded by Bryan Chavis, a Simon & Schuster best-selling author, award-winning housing consultant, and one of only a few individuals with a real estate book housed in the U.S. Library of Congress. In 2024, he was ranked #8 Entrepreneur in the Nation by USA Reporter, recognized for his groundbreaking work in real estate education. Chavis created the platform to level the playing field, giving independent landlords and rental investors access to the same tools, technology, and training once reserved for large institutions. His mission is to build a community rooted in collaboration-because better-equipped landlords create stronger, more efficient housing, which leads to healthier, more stable communities.

About the Partnership:

SPHA President and CEO Michael Lundy shared his enthusiasm for the initiative: "We are proud to partner with Buy it Rent it PROFIT Education™. This partnership underscores our commitment to empowering our HCV landlords with the best possible tools and resources to succeed," said Lundy.

"At the St. Petersburg Housing Authority, we believe that innovation should be purposeful," said Lundy. "Investing in landlord education and real-time support systems allows us to expand opportunities and attract more landlords to participate in our housing programs. This initiative demonstrates our ongoing commitment to leading the charge in finding innovative solutions to the affordable housing crisis."

"We're excited to offer this platform as a free resource to our HCV landlord partners," Lundy added. "By doing so, we're making it easier for them to manage properties, improve tenant relations, and succeed in ways that benefit both their business and the families they serve."

SPHA's partnership with Buy it Rent it PROFIT Education™ fits the agency's mission to increase more affordable housing opportunities while strengthening communities. As a leader in the housing sector, the agency continues to prioritize innovative solutions to support both landlords and residents in addressing housing challenges.

SPHA is the leading affordable housing provider in the city of St. Petersburg, serving more than 4,000 low-income households. SPHA's mission is to provide safe, sanitary, accessible, decent, and affordable housing to eligible citizens of the city of St. Petersburg, while enhancing and promoting resident self-sufficiency.

EpiCenter at St. Petersburg College, 13805 58th St N, Clearwater, FL 33760.

Exterior of EpiCenter at St. Petersburg College, 13805 58th St N, Clearwater, FL 33760.

 

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ABOUT THE ST. PETERSBURG HOUSING AUTHORITY (SPHA):

An independent quasi-governmental entity and a political subdivision of the State of Florida, operating under Chapter 421 Florida Statutes, SPHA is the local administrative agency for housing assistance programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). SPHA offers a variety of programs and services that provide affordable rental housing to low-income families, seniors, veterans, and the disabled in the greater St. Petersburg region. For more information, visit www.stpeteha.org.

 

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