Industry News
HQS Extensions: Vital Steps for Organizations to Take Now
- October 18th, 2023
Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) are on the brink of significant changes concerning inspection protocols. With a transition from Housing Quality Standards (HQS) to the National Standards for the Phys [...]
Changes to NSPIRE for HCV Fuel-Burning Space Heaters
- October 10th, 2023
The landscape of public housing inspections is constantly evolving. With HUD’s push towards ensuring safer and healthier living environments for all residents, the standards for property evaluations a [...]
Why Training for Meeting NSPIRE Standards is Essential
- October 4th, 2023
Maintaining a property that meets or exceeds the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Real Estate Assessment Center (HUD REAC) criteria is a complex task that requires a multi-faceted approac [...]
The Future of REAC Inspections: What to Expect in the Coming Years
- September 27th, 2023
As the housing landscape evolves, so too do the metrics and methodologies for assessing property quality and safety. The Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Real Estate Assessment Center (RE [...]
HUD Housing Management Best Practices: Maintaining High REAC Scores
- September 20th, 2023
Achieving a high score on the Real Estate Assessment Center’s (REAC) inspections is not just a one-time event; it’s an ongoing process that requires thoughtful planning, meticulous attention to [...]
The Top 10 Most Common REAC Inspection Deficiencies and How to Avoid Them
- September 13th, 2023
If you’re a property owner or manager, you’re likely familiar with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) inspections. These inspec [...]
Expert Tips for Navigating REAC Appeals
- September 5th, 2023
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) inspections are rigorous, and for a good reason—they ensure that housing meets crucial safety an [...]
The Human Impact: How NSPIRE Protocols Influence Tenant Safety and Well-being
- August 30th, 2023
The introduction of the NSPIRE (National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate) protocols by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) this year is more than just a bur [...]
The Evolution of REAC Inspections: Inception to NSPIRE
- August 24th, 2023
The REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) Inspections have undergone significant transformations since their inception, with the goal to ensure better housing quality standards. This article charts the [...]
The Non-Scoring Aspects of NSPIRE Protocols are Still Important
- August 18th, 2023
In the realm of property management and regulatory compliance, not all items hold equal weight. However, it’s essential to recognize that lack of scoring doesn’t necessarily equate to unim [...]
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