HUD Assist Newsletters

In November’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I am providing you with 5 essential tools to help you prepare for your REAC inspection! REAC Quick Prep Guide Condensed list of high scoring deficiencies that are relatively simple/inexpensive to repair. Organized into the 5 inspect able areas plus Health & Safeties Check boxes are provided for an easy way to monitor and track REAC preparation The Guide should be used...

In October’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I will be discussing when deficiencies are recorded on items you do not own. Will they affect your score?  Can you appeal? Fencing/Gates Any deficiencies found on fencing and/or gates that are 4 feet or higher will be recorded and scored against you – whether you own it or not! (Compilation Bulletin, Page 30) You can absolutely appeal under “Ownership Issues” If...

No Longer Valid, Rescinded by HUD on August 30, 2021! In August’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I will be discussing the big changes HUD just made in their COVID-19 protocol. CLICK HERE for the updated COVID-19 protocols: Inspector Notice 2021-02 or the REAC Updated FAQs Inspector Notice 2021-02 Posted August 10, 2021 and effective immediately! The 28-day notification of inspections is coming to an end September 30, 2021...

In July’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I am going to discuss Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) and Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) in both Units and Common Areas for 2 reasons: 1. They are high-scoring and often overlooked as a priority item 2. There has been some confusion on their requirements. CLICK HERE for the updated COVID-19 protocols:  Inspector Notice 2021-01 or the  REAC Updated FAQs GFCI/AFCI Scoring...