by Alex Ramos | Oct 23, 2025 | HUD inspection
Smoke detectors save lives—and under HUD’s updated NSPIRE model, they are one of the most critical inspection items. For property managers, housing authorities, and landlords, understanding and meeting HUD requirements for smoke detectors is no longer optional. It’s a...
by Alex Ramos | Aug 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
For property managers, housing authorities, and investors, a NSPIRE inspection is now the defining standard for HUD compliance. Launched in 2023 and fully implemented by 2024, the National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) have replaced...
by Alex Ramos | Aug 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
HUD’s shift from REAC and HQS inspections to the new NSPIRE model has raised the bar for property compliance. Inspections now emphasize resident health, safety, and functionality over appearances, making preparation more important than ever. For property managers,...
by Alex Ramos | Aug 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Windows may seem like a small detail in rental housing, but under HUD’s NSPIRE standards, they play a critical role in both tenant safety and property compliance. Failing to meet HUD window requirements can result in inspection penalties, lower scores, and even...
by Alex Ramos | Aug 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
In real estate, numbers tell the story of your property’s health. One of the most important metrics is the capex ratio—a simple yet powerful way to measure how much you’re investing in the long-term upkeep of your assets. For property managers, housing authorities,...
