Home Inspection
How a Home Inspector Builds Trust with Their Clients
Blog, Home Inspection
September 27, 2018 |
While building trust is a multifaceted process, what it really comes down to is professionalism. This may sound easy, but it’s more complicated than you think. It’s more than dressing… Read more
The Best Apps for Home Inspectors
Blog, Home Inspection
August 23, 2018 |
These days, it’s pretty clear that there’s virtually an app for everything. While there are quite a few games and “fun” apps to chose from, there are also apps designed… Read more
Home Inspection: What I Wish I Knew in My First Year
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July 25, 2018 |
As an experienced home inspector, I’ve learned a lot; some of it good, some of it scary, but all of it important. If I’d known some of these things when… Read more
How Can a Home Inspector Use Drones?
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June 20, 2018 |
Like a private detective in a true crime novel, a home inspector searches for clues. Mildew, damp, creaky roofs — a good inspector has a knack for finding all the… Read more
Pre-Sale Home Inspections and Fees Declared Unconstitutional
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June 1, 2018 |
Earlier this year, the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Ohio issued a long-awaited ruling on the constitutionality of the City of Oakwood’s pre-sale or point of sale… Read more
Best Vehicles for a Home Inspector
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May 16, 2018 |
The first decision to make in selecting a vehicle for a home inspection business is to consciously decide to treat the purchase like a business decision, not a personal one…. Read more
How to Inspect a Smart Home
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April 25, 2018 |
According to a recent study, over 55 percent of the residences in America will be smart homes by 2021. For professionals in the home inspection industry, working with smart homes… Read more
Home Inspector Licensing Could Be a Requirement Soon
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March 23, 2018 |
The Ohio Legislature is one step closer to licensing home inspectors. Last week the House Economic Development, Commerce and Labor Committee approved a substitute version of H.B. 211, Ohio’s Home… Read more
How to Prepare Clients for a Home Inspection
Blog, Home Inspection
January 24, 2018 |
Whether buying or selling, your clients will eventually need a home inspection. They are an industry-standard method for recording the strengths and weaknesses of a property. An inspection protects both… Read more
How a Home Inspector Uses Technology to Break Bad News
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January 18, 2018 |
Typically, home sellers say they want a simple, straightforward home inspector’s report. But, if that simple home inspection report has bad news, they will have more questions and expect solid… Read more
How the Buyer’s Market will Support Your Home Inspection Career
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November 22, 2017 |
In real estate, a buyer’s market is as simple as a market that is beneficial to the buyer. Prices are relatively low because supply exceeds demand. So, if you’re interested… Read more