What's New!
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HUD handbooks, forms and systems have seen a significant increase in the frequency of updates and changes. Until recent years, these were much more static. The joys of modern technology allow for timely and relatively inexpensive edits, seemingly monthly.
Affordable Housing Professionals, at all levels, must stay on top of changes. Here are some ways to reach that goal:
- Join professional organizations (Find a suggested list under our Helpful Links below)
- Attend industry meetings
- Sign up for a HUD Listserv (Find a connection to the RHIIP list through our Helpful Links below)
- Read Murphy Consulting's APPS & REAC News and Notes
- Share information, newsletters and industry meeting dates with your colleagues
Working together, we can all stay on top of HUD changes. |
HUD System Tip of the Week
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Did you know?
Upgrades, patches and improvements to the HUD Secure System are scheduled quarterly. The most recent PIH REAC Release was last Friday.
Watch for notices of future system adjustments and planned black-out periods on the HUD Secure System's Legal Warning page. This page appears just after you log-in to the HUD system via the Single Sign-On screen. Be sure to read the "Message of the Day" section.
If you have recommendations for specific improvements or clarifications you would like to see in any of the sub-systems under the HUD Secure System umbrella, let HUD know or let Murphy Consulting know. We talk to HUD routinely, we'll be sure to pass on your suggestion. Contact us today.
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REAC Tip of the Week
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Did you know?
The most recent changes to REAC inspection protocol are documented in the Compilation
Bulletin, Revision 1 (CBR1), effective January 2008.
CBR1 includes many important clarifications to the
inspection protocol, including instructions that city sidewalks and streets are
no longer to be included in the inspection, and that missing or damaged
escutcheon plates (trim rings) on sprinkler systems should be counted as a
defect.
CBR1 is
essential reading for every owner and manager who is subject to REAC
inspections. You can access Revision 1 here or purchase it as part of a CD-Rom Resource set from Murphy Consulting: Preparing for Reac Inspections© |
EIV Training: Convenient & Cost-Effective
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Be prepared for the upcoming change!
Murphy Consulting offers a 2 hour interactive web-based training on EIV from the
convenience of your desk. For only $75, this training for Coordinators includes forms, handouts, links, and Q & A. Instructor available for follow-up questions on training content - FREE.
Web-based training
features interactive PowerPoint with Chat Box and tele-conference features.
5 Easy
Steps to EIV Access is being offered:
April 22nd 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
April 28th 12:00 noon - 2:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
Register HERE today!
What Equipment do you need for web-based training?
a computer with
access to the internet and a telephone
OR a
computer with access to the internet and
speakers to hear sound
This EIV Coordinator training covers:
- HUD
Registration
- Specifics
of Role Activation
- EIV
Access Application (including common errors and the HUD approval process)
- Security
Awareness Training (and correct completion of the questionnaire)
- MOR
documentation required for EIV Coordinators and Users
- Contract
Assignment in EIV
- EIV
Coordinator Certification and HUD approval
- PLUS:
How to get your Users up and running
At each step, we include:
- information
to have on hand before you begin
- how long
each step takes to complete
- typical
HUD turnaround times
- problems
you may encounter and the solutions
Reasonably priced for
today's strapped economy.
Only three sessions being offered in April.
Limit of 10 attendees per class.
Register today on the Murphy Consulting web site.
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| Tight Budget? No Problem!
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Budgets are tight, but training needs still exist. We will work with you, and within your budget, to deliver the training you need. Whether a web-based training with interactive presentation and tele-conference or an on-site class, training with Murphy Consulting includes a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, hand-outs, troubleshooting recommendations and links to valuable resources. Topics include: - HUD Secure System Set-Up (for access to APPS, PASS, iMAX and more)
- Creating and Submitting an electronic HUD 2530
- EIV: 5 Easy Steps to Access - A Training for Coordinators
- REAC Inspections and Appeals (for site staff or Corporate staff)
- Tax Credit Application Basics (not just for Developers!)
- Special Topic trainings as you Request
Save time and money. Schedule a web-based or on-site training for your group or join with others to host a personalized training session. Contact Murphy Consulting Denise Murphy is a certified NeighborWorks® America Instructor |
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Important Dates
to Remember |
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April 30, 2009
Deadline to recertify EIV Users in
WASS for 2nd quarter 2009
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| Looking Ahead
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EIV
Mandatory Use Implementation Deadline remains at Sept 30, 2009
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Follow-Up
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Still having
problems with the TRACS to iMAX
Transition?
The problem could be your WASS Access. Troubleshooting issues with access in the HUD Secure System is our specialty! Murphy Consulting can help you today! Call us at 410-821-6953 |
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CD-Rom Resource Highlight |
Keep ahead of changes in the industry.
Get your electronic copy of the new
HUD Occupancy Handbook, revision 1 with Change 2, conveniently sorted and indexed on CD-Rom for easy access to information you need every day!
Click here to check out our reasonable price!
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Share your Stories
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Share Your
REAC Inspection
Stories
We would like to hear from you. Tell us about a recent or past REAC inspection problem. We may publish your story in this space. (Names and properties will remain anonymous.) Be sure to include the city and state of the property, number of units, number of buildings and any associated point deductions.
Compliments or praise for a specific Inspector or local HUD office are encouraged as well.
Click here to E-mail us today
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