NSPIRE Inspections Demystified - What Inspectors Expect and How to Be Ready
Hosted by: LeadingAge Southwest
Event Schedule
June 3, 2026 I 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. CT
Location
Virtual/Zoom
Event Description
HUD’s NSPIRE inspections have raised the bar on property oversight, resident safety, and documentation expectations. This practical, no-nonsense webinar walks maintenance, and maintenance-related personnel on HUD Multifamily properties through what inspectors are really looking for before, during, and after the day of an NSPIRE inspection.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of inspection roles, preparation strategies, and the NSPIRE standards that most commonly result in deficiencies. The session focuses on proactive preparation, reducing findings, and protecting both residents and properties in a
rapidly evolving inspection environment.
NSPIRE inspections are not just about passing or failing, they directly impact compliance outcomes, resident safety, and property performance. This webinar helps you shift from reactive inspection panic to confident, informed preparation. Attendees will walk away knowing where to focus limited time and resources, how to reduce repeat deficiencies, and how to better support onsite teams through the inspection process.
Objectives
- Understand how to prepare for an NSPIRE inspection by organizing records, documentation, and site access before the inspector arrives
- Learn how to work effectively with inspectors and clearly define staff roles and responsibilities during the inspection
- Receive a plain-language overview of the NSPIRE Standards and how they differ from prior inspection models
- Review the NSPIRE standards that directly affect resident safety and living conditions
- Identify the most common NSPIRE deficiencies and how to prevent them before they become findings
- Stay current on the latest NSPIRE updates, guidance, and implementation changes
Who Should Attend
- Maintenance supervisors and technicians
- Property managers, Site managers and assistant managers who are involved with the physical inspection process or oversight
- Compliance and occupancy staff who are involved with the physical inspection process or oversight
- Owners and asset managers of HUD-assisted properties who are involved with the physical inspection process or oversight
- Staff responsible for physical upkeep of a property
- Staff involved with correcting NSPIRE deficiencies and responding to reports
Speaker
Brian Easthom, Construction Analyst & REAC Inspector | U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Brian Easthom is a seasoned construction and inspection professional with more than two decades of hands on experience in residential construction, property evaluation, and federal housing inspections. He owned and operated a residential construction and remodeling business for 30 years and a pest management company for 35 years, building deep expertise in building systems, structural integrity, and environmental conditions. Brian is a Master Home Inspector and began working as a contract inspector for HUD’s REAC program in 2007. In 2014, he joined HUD as a Construction Analyst and Quality Assurance Inspector. He also serves on the REAC ARC training team, where he contributes to inspector training and quality standards nationwide.
Registration & Other Information
LeadingAge Iowa Member $75
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Click here to register now directly with LeadingAge Southwest for this event.
Cancellations/Refunds/Substitutions
There is a $50 administrative fee for each cancellation or refund. Substitutions will be accepted at no additional fee. Due to costs incurred related to the program, no refunds will be issued after Monday, June 1, 2026. All cancellations and substitution requests must be submitted in writing to [email protected].
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