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REAC Inspection Standards for Sinks: Ensuring Compliance and Functionality
- April 16th, 2025
Maintaining functional and safe sinks is a critical aspect of property management, especially for those under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Real E [...]
Introducing the TIG NSPIRE App: Your All-in-One Tool for REAC Inspection Prep and NSPIRE Scoring
- April 9th, 2025
The Inspection Group is proud to announce the launch of our brand-new mobile app, TIG NSPIRE, now available for download on the Android Play Store! This cutting-edge app combines everything you love a [...]
REAC Inspection Standards for a Building’s Sprinkler Assembly
- March 26th, 2025
A building’s sprinkler assembly plays a critical role in fire safety, automatically discharging water when activated by heat from a fire. Under HUD’s REAC inspection standards, proper maintenance and [...]
How to Properly Inspect Egresses for REAC Inspections Under NSPIRE
- March 19th, 2025
Ensuring safe and unobstructed egress pathways is a critical aspect of HUD’s NSPIRE inspections. Proper egress ensures that residents have a clear escape route in the event of an emergency while [...]
Reacting to Your REAC Inspection: Strategies to Improve Your NSPIRE Scores
- March 12th, 2025
When it comes to HUD REAC inspections, the actions you take immediately after receiving your inspection results can have a major impact on your property’s compliance status, future inspection sc [...]
NSPIRE Standards for Carbon Monoxide Alarms: A Property Manager’s Guide
- March 6th, 2025
Carbon monoxide alarms are essential safety devices that protect residents from the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning in the home. Under HUD’s NSPIRE standards, the proper installation and function [...]
Inspection Guidelines according to NSPIRE Exterior Lighting Standards
- February 26th, 2025
When it comes to keeping your property safe and secure, good exterior lighting is a game changer. Whether it’s brightening up entryways, parking lots, or stairwells, proper lighting helps residents fe [...]
Understanding Utility Allowances in HUD Properties: What Owners and Managers Need to Know
- February 19th, 2025
Managing HUD properties comes with a range of responsibilities, one of which is understanding Utility Allowances—a critical component that affects both tenant rent calculations and overall property op [...]
The Complete Guide to the NSPIRE Scoring System
- February 12th, 2025
The NSPIRE Scoring System—short for National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate—represents a significant shift in how HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) evaluates [...]
How to Properly Inspect Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
- February 5th, 2025
Proper maintenance of dryer exhaust ventilation systems is essential for the safety, efficiency, and longevity of any residential property, especially multifamily housing units. Faulty or neglected dr [...]
