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APPS & REAC
 
News and Notes 
 
your free bi-monthly e-newsletter for
HUD news, APPS help and REAC info
 
 
Volume 3 Issue 2

January 19, 2010

published by Murphy Consulting
Making the Complex Comprehensible
www.MurphyConsultingSvs.com
In This Issue
HUD's EIV Webcast - Important
REAC Training combined with APPS
Section 8 Tip of the Week - D.U.N.S. numbers
REAC Tip of the Week - Elevator Room Clarification
What's New 
     
5000 Sites Still Don't Have EIV Access
This recent stat appeared to surprise HUD a bit.  Why don't these owners and managers get on the ball?!
 
At Murphy Consulting, we know part of the problem lies in the complexity of the multi-step registration requirements, the turnaround times for initial EIV Coordinator approval and the final certification step, as well as the difficulty in reaching over-extended Help Desk staff.
 
Hang in there.  HUD is working diligently through the rush of last minute paper and on-line CAAF applications.
 
If you are stuck, confused or frustrated gaining access to EIV, Murphy Consulting can help.  Call us today for a quote on a Fixed Fee price to help you overcome the roadblocks to EIV access.
410-821-6953
REAC and APPS - Combined Training Opportunities 
 
US Housing Consultants is sponsoring combined REAC and APPS training opportunities around the country. 
 
Day 1 & 2: Learn about REAC inspections, understand HUD protocols and learn how to improve your score with RED Star REAC/ UPCS Training and Certification
 
Day 3: Learn to navigate the technical waters of HUD's on-line systems, with WASS, APPS & 2530 - Making the Complex Comprehensible
 
Register for classes separately or attend both sessions at a special low rate.  For more information, call (603) 223-0003 or simply register here for more information

Section 8 Tip of the Week


Did you know?
 
HUD wisely determined that Section 8 funds provided through ARRA should be exempt from the stimulus bill reporting requirements. A huge relief to folks across the nation who scrambled to meet (or missed) the first quarterly reporting deadline.
 
All efforts were not in vain, though.  A DUNS number will be required, going forward, for all Section 8 properties.  If you did not complete this step back in October, take the time to register. See our Helpful Links below for the web site.
REAC Tip of the Week

Did you know?
 
The door to the elevator room must be locked or it will be recorded as a health and safety deficiency during a REAC inspection, even if the inspector does not otherwise need to enter the elevator room.
 
If you need help understanding the intricacies of REAC Inspections and protocols, contact Murphy Consulting for a referral to a quality pre-inspection team or for information on training opportunities. 
(Also see REAC & APPS Combined Training Opportunity links above.) 
 
E-mail us today or call 410-821-6953
WASS, APPS & HUD 2530 Classes
 
WASS, APPS & HUD 2530
Making the Complex Comprehensible
 
Our comprehensive one-day class covers troubleshooting access to the HUD Secure System, why you need APPS, HUD 2530's (paper and electronic), approval processing and HUD Flags.
  
Want to schedule a training near you? 
Contact us today via e-mail or phone 410-821-6953
Archives Available of APPS & REAC 
 
Back issues of our e-news, APPS & REAC News and Notes are available on-line. Click here for a direct link to our Archives page and access to all of our previous HUD, APPS and REAC tips.
 
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Special Notice
HUD's Webcast on January 28th is ONLY for PHA's NOT multifamily EIV Users or Coordinators

IMPORTANT       HUD's EIV Webcast Offering

HUD decided NOT to offer a live EIV Webcast to Multi-family Housing owners and managers.
 
Instead, they have a pre-recorded version which is available for you to view at any time.  Click here to link to the taped training.
 
Murphy Consulting urges all EIV users to view this web cast!
 
HUD will host a live Q & A session on February 25th as a follow up.
 
Murphy Consulting provides resources to help businesses succeed.

Important Dates to Remember

  
January 26, 2010
WASS, APPS & HUD 2530 Course in San Francisco, California
 
 (You still have time to register!)
  
January 27 - 29, 2010
National Leased Housing Association Meeting & Training in Palm Springs, CA
(Denise Murphy speaking on Best Practices panel on Jan 29)
 
 
January 31, 2010
EIV Mandatory Use Implementation Deadline
 
 
February 10, 2010  
in Honolulu, Hawaii
 
Join us in Hawaii! Great hotel location! And REAC training too!
 
April 14, 2010
WASS, APPS & HUD 2530 Course  in Hampton Beach, NH
 
June 9, 2010
 
September 15, 2010
 
More training dates coming.  Watch this space!
Log-In Reminder
 
Don't forget to log in to the HUD Secure System with your WASS ID and password at least once a month so that your user ID remains active

Helpful Links

 
Begin registration here for a DUNS Number
 
HUD Webinar for EIV users
  
Download HUD's new Resident Rights Brochure 
 
Murphy Consulting provides links to help businesses succeed!
Murphy Consulting
111 Marburth Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21286
www.MurphyConsultingSvs.com
410-821-6953