Industry News
Navigating Public Housing Regulations: A Property Owner’s Handbook
- February 14th, 2024
In the intricate landscape of public housing, property owners are often faced with a labyrinth of regulations, funding stipulations, and compliance mandates. The complexity of these requirements can b [...]
Navigating Repairs During a REAC Inspection
- February 7th, 2024
A common query among property managers and owners is the extent of repairs permissible during a Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) inspection. The guidelines set by HUD do permit certain immediate c [...]
The Benefits of Attending our REAC Training Sessions
- January 29th, 2024
In the complex and ever-evolving world of property management, staying ahead of compliance requirements and inspection standards is crucial. This is where The Inspection Group’s Real Estate Asse [...]
NSPIRE-V and the New Smoke Detector Standards
- January 23rd, 2024
The introduction of NSPIRE-V is set to revolutionize the inspection process for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs. With an array of new Unit Affirmative Habitability Requirements (UAHR) and Affirm [...]
Embracing NSPIRE in 2024: A Collaborative Journey Towards Better Housing Standards
- January 17th, 2024
As we ushered in a new era of housing inspections a year ago, the air was thick with anticipation and uncertainty regarding HUD’s REAC inspections. Questions about the implementation of NSPIRE, [...]
Embracing the New NSPIRE Smoke Detector Mandate for Enhanced Safety
- January 10th, 2024
With the upcoming federal smoke detector mandate revolutionizing smoke detector requirements, property managers and landlords are gearing up for changes that are not just about compliance, but also ab [...]
Navigating the Revised ‘Call-For-Aid System’ Standards Under NSPIRE
- December 28th, 2023
With the advent of NSPIRE (National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate), significant changes have been introduced in the REAC scoring system, particularly concerning the ‘Call- [...]
Enhancing SEMAP Scores through Meticulous HQS Inspections
- December 19th, 2023
For Public Housing Authorities (PHAs), SEMAP scores (Section Eight Management Assessment Program) are a pivotal metric, reflective of their operational efficiency and adherence to housing quality stan [...]
Navigating the Challenges of 24-Hour Repairs in the NSPIRE Era
- December 13th, 2023
As the housing industry transitions to the NSPIRE (National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate) protocols for HUD inspections, there’s a growing curiosity and a bit of apprehen [...]
Take Advantage of our NSPIRE Training Events
- December 8th, 2023
In an ever-evolving housing inspection landscape, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. That’s where The Inspection Group steps in with its transformative NSPIRE training program. Tailored to d [...]
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