News Archives - The Inspection Group https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/category/news/ America’s #1 Property Inspection Company Tue, 06 May 2025 20:18:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Trump Administration Proposes Changes to HUD’s Section 8 Program: What Landlords Need to Know https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/trump-administration-proposes-changes-to-huds-section-8-program-what-landlords-need-to-know/ https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/trump-administration-proposes-changes-to-huds-section-8-program-what-landlords-need-to-know/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 19:50:38 +0000 https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/?p=34791 The Trump administration has unveiled a fiscal year 2026 budget proposal to reshape the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including significant changes to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. These proposed reforms aim to reduce federal involvement in housing assistance and shift responsibilities to state governments. Landlords participating in HUD programs […]

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]]> https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/trump-administration-proposes-changes-to-huds-section-8-program-what-landlords-need-to-know/feed/ 0 Introducing the TIG NSPIRE App: Your All-in-One Tool for REAC Inspection Prep and NSPIRE Scoring https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/tig-nspire-app-tool-for-reac-inspection-prep-and-nspire-scoring/ https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/tig-nspire-app-tool-for-reac-inspection-prep-and-nspire-scoring/#respond Thu, 10 Apr 2025 02:12:38 +0000 https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/?p=33446 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 about our bestselling NSPIRE Flip Field Guide with powerful new digital tools—designed to make your REAC and NSPIRE inspection prep easier, faster, and […]

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]]> https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/tig-nspire-app-tool-for-reac-inspection-prep-and-nspire-scoring/feed/ 0 Do You Qualify for HUD’s Older Adult Home Modification Program? https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/huds-older-adult-home-modification-program/ https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/huds-older-adult-home-modification-program/#respond Wed, 06 Nov 2024 21:15:41 +0000 https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/?p=29058 In an effort to support low-income seniors who wish to live independently in their homes, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced $30 million in grants through the Older Adult Home Modification Program (OAHMP). This funding, provided by HUD’s Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH), empowers communities to […]

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]]> https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/huds-older-adult-home-modification-program/feed/ 0 Navigating the Challenges of 24-Hour Repairs in the NSPIRE Era https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/navigating-the-challenges-of-24-hour-repairs-nspire/ https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/navigating-the-challenges-of-24-hour-repairs-nspire/#respond Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:21:18 +0000 https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/?p=22710 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 apprehension among property managers and owners. Common queries range from understanding the inspectors’ criteria to the time taken for inspections, and how NSPIRE scores align with […]

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]]> https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/navigating-the-challenges-of-24-hour-repairs-nspire/feed/ 0 Unblocking the Path: Navigating the NSPIRE Egress Rules https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/navigating-the-nspire-egress-rules/ https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/navigating-the-nspire-egress-rules/#respond Thu, 26 Oct 2023 14:21:23 +0000 https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/?p=21867 Ensuring clear egress routes is vital for resident safety and is a primary focus of housing inspection protocols. With the implementation of the NSPIRE 3.0 standards, understanding the nuances of “Blocked Egress” rules has become more crucial than ever for property managers and owners.  Our experts unravel the NSPIRE egress rules so you’re prepared for […]

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]]> https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/navigating-the-nspire-egress-rules/feed/ 0 HQS Extensions: Vital Steps for Organizations to Take Now https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/hqs-extensions/ https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/hqs-extensions/#respond Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:11:24 +0000 https://www.theinspectiongroup.com/?p=21863 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 Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) underway, many PHAs are grappling with uncertainties. However, recent updates indicate there’s an opportunity for PHAs to continue using HQS for […]

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