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How to Grow a Stronger Inspection Business in 2026 - Mark Hummel - Ep. 144

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:56:40 -0600

How to Grow a Stronger Inspection Business in 2026 — with Mark Hummel

Running an inspection business can feel busy without always feeling better.

In this episode of Spectora Spotlight, host Carla Heatherly sits down with Mark Hummel of Inspection Empire Builder to talk about what actually helps inspection businesses grow — sustainably, strategically, and without burning out.

Mark brings more than 20 years of leadership and team-building experience, plus a clear view of where inspection business owners tend to get stuck.

This conversation focuses on clarity, systems, leadership, and the habits that help inspectors build businesses that support their lives — not consume them.

In this episode, we cover:

Why lack of clarity — and staying in a technician mindset — keeps inspection businesses stuck
What a healthy inspection business really feels like day to day
Why simplicity scales better than complexity
The Service · Operations · Growth (SOG) model
Why budgeting beats “bank account accounting”
How to manage seasonality without panic
Why business owners are always the bottleneck — and how to use that as leverage
The role of accountability and community in long-term growth

🔗 Links & Resources

Who Not How — Dan Sullivan & Benjamin Hardy
Service · Operations · Growth (SOG) model
1–3–5 Vision Framework
Budgeting vs. bank account accounting
Accountability research showing shared goals can increase success rates up to 95%

🔍 Follow Mark Hummel

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hummel-mba-83232672/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InspectorEmpireBuilder
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_hummel_/

📍Upcoming Industry Event

IEB Unite 2026 | March 4–6
A live, in-person event for inspection business owners focused on clarity, strategy, and real-world growth.

Speakers include Nick Gromicko (InterNACHI) and other leaders shaping the future of the inspection industry.
👉 https://events.iebcoaching.com/IEBUnite2026/

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Don’t Do That! How Inspector Brent Fletcher Built His Business & 500K Followers - Ep. 143

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:06:20 -0600

Don’t Do That! How Inspector Brent Fletcher Built His Business & 500K Followers

Brent Fletcher didn’t plan on becoming a home inspector—until one inspection changed everything. Five years later, he’s built a thriving business in Colorado and grown an audience of more than 500K across social media with his viral “Don’t Do That!” posts.

In this episode of Spectora Spotlight, Brent shares the highs, lows, and behind-the-scenes strategies that fueled both his business growth and his online presence:

How an $8,000 check at closing launched his inspection career
The toughest lessons from his first year in business
Networking strategies that turned overflow jobs into loyal clients
Why relationships and local reputation matter more than ads
Building a backlog of 4,000+ videos and knowing what actually goes viral
The tools and posting habits that fuel his growth (InShot, Canva, TikTok, FB, IG, YT)
What inspectors can do right now to grow their own presence online

Whether you’re an inspector, a small business owner, or just curious how to turn authenitic content into clicks — this episode is packed with practical advice and some pretty fun stories.

🔗 Links & Resources
Fletcher's Home Inspections: https://fletchershomeinspections.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FletchersHomeInspections

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Inspector_Fletch

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspector_fletch/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspector_fletch

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Building a Brand Without Extra Work - Lauren Hughes - Ep. 142

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:17:47 -0600

🎙️ Guest: Lauren Hughes, Lighted Way Home Inspections (Hillsboro, TX)

🚀 Want more clients without working harder?

Lauren shares how she built a trusted brand just by showing the extras she already does every day—no extra effort required. From simple posts to smart use of AI tools, Lauren breaks down exactly how inspectors can:

Create social content people actually want to see
Mix education with personality to connect with clients + agentsUse AI for captions, ideas, and competitor research
Build a brand that stands on its own (not just your name)
Show up consistently without burning out

🔗 Links & Resources Lighted Way Home Inspections: https://www.lightedwayhomeinspections.com

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The Simple Extras That Win You Clients - Lauren Hughes - Ep. 141

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:41:24 -0600

Want more referrals without extra marketing spend? Inspectors win clients by doing the little gestures that people remember.

In this episode, Lauren Hughes from Lighted Way Home Inspections sshares how small, thoughtful gestures can lead to more referrals, stronger agent relationships, and happier clients. These “extras” don’t take much time, but they deliver big results.

We cover:

Why small gestures beat expensive marketing
Real inspector examples that turned extras into reviews
Easy ways to impress agents and build relationships
Growing market share in rural areas (and when to take on the long drives)
How to start building referral habits this week

🔗 Links & Resources

Lighted Way Home Inspections: https://www.lightedwayhomeinspections.com

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AI Tools Inspectors Actually Use, Part 2 - Chris Skinner - Ep. 140

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:04:04 -0600

Ep. 140: AI in Home Inspections, Part 2
Guest: Chris Skinner, Silk Inspections (Fayetteville, NC)

Let’s get nerdy! In Part 2, Chris Skinner shares how he’s gone beyond the basics to train custom GPTs, communicate faster with agents, and use AI to unlock serious focus in the field.

We dig into:

How to use AI when you’re not the owner
The real potential of custom GPTs
Communication hacks for agents + clients
Where AI shines—and where to stay skeptical

Whether you’re AI-curious or already using ChatGPT daily, this episode gives you real-life inspector insights you can use now.

🔗 Links & Resources
Silk Inspections: silkinspections.com

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AI Tools Inspectors Actually Use, Part 1 - Chris Skinner - Ep. 139

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:58:52 -0600

AI isn’t coming for your job—but it is here to help you work smarter. In this episode, Chris Skinner from Silk Inspections breaks down the automation and AI tools he’s using to save time, reduce mental load, and bring more consistency to his business.

We get into:

Why he started automating—and what he’d never go back to
The tools that have made the biggest difference
How he’s using AI tools like ChatGPT today
What he won’t automate (and why that line matters)
Tips for inspectors who are curious but unsure where to start

This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation that makes AI feel less intimidating and more practical. Because the real power? Still comes from you.

🔗 Links & Resources
Silk Inspections: https://www.silkinspections.com

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Hey! We're Coming Back!

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 15:17:02 -0600

Join new host Carla Heatherly as she talks with inspectors and industry pros about growth, real-world strategies, and what’s next for the modern home inspector.

Yon Lucas & Brian Long on YouTube, Home Maintenance Packages, and Learning from Each Other

Fri, 24 May 2024 06:59:38 -0600

Yon and Brian grew up less than a mile apart. They played on the same sports teams as kids. Now, although they live across the country, they're both home inspectors. And they learn from each other every day.

In this episode, we get into:

- Growing a YouTube channel and why client education is so important

- Building home maintenance plans for clients post-inspection

- The difference between inspecting new builds and historic homes

- Different communication styles

- Why having industry friends/mentors is key to growth

You can find Yon and Brian's YouTube channel, Home Inspections Matter, at https://www.youtube.com/@UC3biUdnJzw1sMbWtPNfgSaA. You can find Yon at https://homegrowninspectionsc.com/ and Brian at https://workflowhome.com/.

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$850 AVERAGE inspection price tag?! - Thomas Filippone - Ep. 138

Wed, 22 May 2024 07:07:42 -0600

Thomas is BACK by popular demand. In the episode, we get into:

- Why collaboration is the key to leveling up the industry

- Raising your prices and adding/communicating value

- Taking ownership of issues clients run into vs learning when to say no this just isn’t our problem/fault

- Navigating contractor relationships, insurance woes, and how to give recommendations without being the upgrade police

- Home health inspections and getting in the door with homeowners who aren't actively buying or selling

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From employee to owner: how Matt Stonesifer bought the company he worked at - Ep. 137

Fri, 17 May 2024 14:32:09 -0600

Matt is a beacon of wisdom in this industry. This episode is a must-listen for any inspector thinking about becoming a business owner...or thinking about selling, for that matter. We get into:

- How Matt went from company employee to company owner

- Commitment and consistency over hustle culture

- The future of mergers & acquisitions in the inspection industry

- Why you need to KYN (Know Your Numbers)

- How he spent his life savings on his company in a down market...and why that was actually a great thing.

If you want to get in touch with Matt, you can find him at @acehomeny on Facebook or at https://acehomeny.com/.

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NAR settlement & implications for home inspectors & buyers - Leigh Brown - Ep. 136

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 12:55:31 -0600

We're lucky to have not only an incredibly successful real estate broker, but a CEO, best-selling author, coach & keynote speaker on Spectora Spotlight.

Leigh Brown is a straight shooter and an advocate for serving customers and improving the real estate industry in any way we can.

Leigh and Kevin have a free flowing conversation around the NAR lawsuit and settlement and what it could mean for Realtors, home inspectors and homebuyers.

You can find Leigh at her website and the socials!

https://www.leighbrown.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC11stDD0nfFUYfhPB-E1nLg

https://www.facebook.com/LeighBrownSpeaker/

https://www.instagram.com/leighthomasbrown/

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Starting, growing and passing down a home inspection business - The Precise Inspecting Team, Ep. 135

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:47:29 -0600

If you don't know Bill, you should. He and his team are some of the kindest, hard-working folks you'll come across. We've been fortunate enough to know them since the beginning of Spectora. Bill & team discuss:

- Starting a sole proprietorship with a spouse

- The importance of starting with two

- Values and excellence

- Quality software

- Growing your vision as you grow

- Hiring & team inspecting

- Looking for your "off ramp"

Want to connect with Bill? You can email him at Bill@PreciseInspecting.com or hit their website https://www.PreciseInspecting.com

Co-op model, recommending contractors & home services value adds - Ep. 134

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0600

Jeremy Smith talks to Kevin about his unique co-op model of growing regionally, and possibly nationally. They also get into his unique backstory, how he extends value beyond the home inspection, and why this industry is perfect for lifestyle and balancing with family life.

Get in touch with Jeremy!

jeremy@apexpropertyinspection.com

http://www.apexpropertyinspection.com/laramie

Chuck Ryan on being a consultant FOR LIFE + multi-inspector wisdom - Ep. 133

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 12:42:20 -0600

Chuck is an absolute pleasure to talk to, and a wealth of knowledge in this industry.

We get into specifics of bringing services in-house, being a consultant for life, how to handle downturns and agent relationships.

Connect with Chuck at his email and website: info@realsvs.com http://www.realinspectionservices.com

Dylan Morgan on testing assumptions, differentiation & marketing - Ep. 131

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:14:36 -0600

Dylan and Kevin get into Dylan's backstory and many other topics:

Marketing
Differentiation
What hasn't worked
How HomeAdvisor/ANGI actually worked for him
Leveraging tech for efficiency
Iterative approach

Email Dylan or hit him up at his website:

dmorgan@propertydocinspections.com https://www.propertydocinspections.com Interested in Spectora? Start your free trial today: https://hubl.li/Q02nfFrR0
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From part-time to moving partnerships & annual maintenance inspections - Ep. 130 w/ Mike Marden

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 11:43:37 -0600

This one had something for every inspector stage! Kevin and Mike get into:

Going from full-time to part-time and still growing
Background as a firefighter and cop
Agent acquisition story
Weird market dynamics in New York
Partnering with moving companies to help clients
Using Actions for more upsells
Productizing annual maintenance inspections
Google Guarantee is pretty great actually
Battling imposter syndrome

You can get in touch with Mike here:

casinohomeinspections@gmail.com https://www.casinohomeinspections.com/ Interested in Spectora? Start your free trial today: https://hubl.li/Q02nfFrR0
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Social Media Playbook - How to Win Agents on Instagram - Bailey McHugh - Ep. 129

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:21:28 -0600

Bailey McHugh of SWELL Home Inspections gets nearly 90% of her referrals from Instagram. In this Spectora Spotlight interview, Bailey and Kevin break down how. They also dive into:

What to say when you slide into those DMs
How to get your posts in front of hundreds of agents
Overcoming the fear of putting yourself out there
Why automation and consistency are game changers
Bailey's journey from being a flight attendant to becoming a home inspector
The importance of superb client communication

And so much more. You can find Bailey on Instagram @swell_homeinspections or on her website, swellhomeinspectionsnc.com Interested in Spectora? Start your free trial today: https://hubl.li/Q02nfFrR0
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Differentiation & openness to solutions homeowners want - Shannon Bloemker, Ep. 128

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 17:26:55 -0600

Do you offer a home energy assessment as part of your inspection? Shannon Bloemker makes a great case for why you should. Shannon is the founder and CEO of Energy Raven, a home energy assessment that helps homebuyers see how the home uses energy and where they can save. She and Kevin get into:

Home energy assessments
New tax rebates and why they matter
How little a home inspection costs relative to the rest of the real estate transaction (and how to get that number up!)
Whether or not the home inspection should be required
The home inspection as education

You can find Energy Raven at https://energyraven.com/ Interested in Spectora? Start your free trial today: https://hubl.li/Q02nfFrR0
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First year income, senior education & baked ziti to win over agents - David Van Vurst - Ep. 127

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 16:35:43 -0600

David Van Vurst has a pretty cool story to get here. He shares his story of owning a Skyzone up until Covid and how he met his first set of agents with creativity! They also get into:

Using QR codes
Realities of year 1 income as a home inspector
Helping seniors
Using strategies agents can RELATE to
Social media usage

You can connect with David through his website - https://www.phoenixresolutions.com/ or on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inspector_van/

Being a boss vs. leader, spouse dynamics and balancing mom'ing & working - Shante Lambert - Ep. 126

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:47:07 -0600

Shante is a Spectora OG. Not only because she's known us since the beginning, it's because she is one of the most kind, fun, intelligent people you'll find in this industry. And she's just getting started. Kevin and Shante cover so much:

How she got involved in the business
COVID growth story
Balancing being a mom and working
Hiring a VA
Social media
Hiring a growth coordinator
Downsizing
Being a boss vs. a leader
Spouse dynamics

Want to get in touch with Shante to network? You can email her - shante@lamberthomeinspections.com

Or hit her up from the website - https://www.lamberthomeinspections.com/

The youth movement in home inspections is sliding into those DMs - Ryan Wall - Ep.#125

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:05:50 -0600

Ryan is leading the youth movement in home inspections! You can tell from his refreshing approach to meeting agents, to recommending contractors - he's the future of this business. Kevin and Ryan get into:

His story from college to home inspections
Homeowner education is 100% the future
User experience for homebuyers
Recommending contractors
Sliding into those DMs
Wish list items for Spectora

Hit Ryan up at his website! https://www.hellohomeinspections.com/our-team

AGENTS - Stop asking your inspectors to charge less! Episode #124 - Randy Lambert

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:49:23 -0600

Randy is a Spectora OG. Customer #7 we believe! Kevin finally gets him on the pod to chat about:

- Working with a spouse

- IEB & the important of vision

- Management styles

- NAR Suit and what you can do

- How to handle price shoppers

You can find Randy at his website - https://www.lamberthomeinspections.com/ or on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LambertHomeInspections/ or on Instagram where they crush it, @lamberthomeinspection

COVID Come ups, finding your niche, AI & Walk n Talks - Michael Szeto - Ep. #123

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:17:21 -0600

Michael and Kevin have a great conversation looking back at COVID and Michael's come up story, how he's approaching the current environment, using Spectora to finish reports on-site, AI and more!

You can reach Michael at his beautiful website - https://www.nplhomeinspections.com/ or at michael@nplhomeinspections.com

Home Inspectors in the Northeast and Associations - Jameson Malgeri - Ep. #122

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:01:48 -0600

After talking in Vegas at the ASHI conference, Jameson and Kevin finally made the podcast happen! They get into the value of associations, conferences and business ownership.

What is Spectora up to + MVVC talk - Mike & Kevin - Ep. 121

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:43:49 -0600

Episode #121 - We say one of Spectora's most important values is communication? Well we're getting back to more of it!

Mike and Kevin give an update on Spectora's MVVC, as well as what we're thinking about and focused on as a company as we head into 2024.

Have an opinion on the events Mike referenced at the end of the clip? Let us know if you'd attend in the comments!

Wisdom from a low-key legend in pest control and home inspections - Brandon Lunsford - Ep. #120

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:23:33 -0600

Brandon Lunsford from LunsPro Home Inspections (out of Alpharetta, Georgia) will admit he's more comfortable being behind the scenes building empires. That's why we want to hear from him!

Brandon humbly shares his backstory and some of what has helped him start, build, grow and scale home inspection and pest control businesses. We also talk about the love of entrepreneurship, building company culture and how to grow in other geographic areas.

You can learn more about LunsPro at their website - https://lunsprogeorgia.com/

Commercial Inspection Secrets - Lance Coffman - Ep #119

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:06:34 -0600

Lance Coffman is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to commercial inspections. In a slower market, everyone wants to do more of 2 things - Commercial and New Builds. He gives us his experience and perspective on how to do commercial well and how to supplement your home inspection business with commercial inspections.

You can find Lance at this websites: https://www.focusbuildinginspections.com/ https://www.foreverhomeinspection.com/

Dealing with a market that’s used to low prices & established companies - Nic Gawletz, Ep. 118

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:36:18 -0600

Why Nic got into home inspections
Difficulties starting with well established companies in the area
Story of his 1st inspection
Dealing with a market that's used to paying very little for an inspection
Recommending Contractors
WETT Inspections
Why Nic is trying to get into the market of people who haven't moved in 20 years - they REALLY need an inspection!
Some wins he had making connections with agents
How he's marketing in his area that no one else doing

Connect with Nic at his website - https://www.nextadventurehomeinspections.ca/

Building trust, cookies, charging more and being humble, hungry and smart - Jake Edenfield

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:13:03 -0600

Jake Edenfield from Profound Home Inspections in Wichita, KS not only has an inspirational backstory, he's an open book when it comes to dropping knowledge. And he brings the heat this episode.

Jake tells Kevin some of what has gotten him over 700 inspections in just 2 years.

They also get into:

When to quit and go full-time
Using video messages
Hand written notes
How to build trust Cookies with logos 🤯
Contractor networks
Get the verbal yes on reviews
High inspection prices
Collab with the comp
The Ideal Team Player (book)
Online bookings
Upselling sewer with Advanced to get 20 more a month!
Down 5 inspections, up 28% on revenue
Outsource radon w/ Advanced (15k in radon) Current conditions

Hit Jake up at his website - https://profoundhis.com

Spouse support, selfless belief, serendipity in rural areas & more - Lauren & Clay Hughes

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 15:05:00 -0600

They say "Don't bet the farm on it". Well, Lauren and Clay did. We have an incredible episode with Lauren & Clay Hughes from Lighted Way Home Inspections (https://www.lightedwayhomeinspections.com). Their story is one you can't help but cheer for with the adversity and startup story they tell. They are some of the most sweet, genuine people you'll ever meet and they share so many great lessons and best practices.

- How important spouse support is

- What literally selling the farm means

- Non-sales, sales

- Selfless belief when networking

- Rural dynamics

- How to Google nearby towns

- Serendipity

- Adding value

- How long connections take to turn into money

- Social media game

You can connect with Lauren and Clay through their website - https://www.lightedwayhomeinspections.com/ or on IG where they rock it: https://www.instagram.com/lightedwayhomeinspections/

Co-op-itition? How working WITH your competitors can HELP you - Chad & Matt

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:41:04 -0600

Kevin has the pleasure of interviewing competitors in the same market - Chad Hammond and Matt Muehler. Hear how they view competing in their local market vs. having a friend that is invested in your success. Truly a refreshing take on "other inspectors".

1:33 - Backstory

7:30 - Where the mentality comes from

11:10 - It's a lonely industry

15:00 - Who's pushing you to holistically improve?

18:14 - One of the biggest hurdles inspectors face

20:10 - How to be better than the next guy

20:19 - How competition elevates others

31:07 - Raising the bar on pricing & services

34:25 - Adding more value to the home inspection

44:15 - How they're viewing the "other" inspectors

48:43 - Starting in a smaller market with established inspectors

50:45 - The Lord's Drapes! Be who you are.

56:33 - Books & Podcasts

Want to connect with these fine gents? Hit em up at their websites and emails:

http://www.topdownhomeinspect.com

chad@topdownhomeinspect.com

https://www.onpointhomeinspectionsoca.com

matt@onpointhomeinspectionsoca.com

It’s not about what you know, it’s how you carry yourself - David Scruggs, Part 2

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:59:00 -0600

David is back to chat with Kevin about:

How he started making videos
2022 wrap up
Agent retention
How to get your first couple inspections
ANSWERING THE PHONE
Many other little nuggets for new and experienced inspectors!

The 2 keys to avoiding claims risk as a home inspector - Elite MGA

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 14:10:49 -0600

Kevin has a candid chat with Joe Denneler and Ben Garrison of Elite MGA insurance. They are a provider of E&O insurance and have seen everything under the sun when it comes to home inspection reports, claims and how home inspectors respond to them.

Listen in as they get into:

- COVID and post-COVID trends when it comes to claims against inspectors

- Why they're seeing less claims now

- What inspectors can do to reduce claims to nearly zero

- How empathy plays a part in getting sued

- Why inspectors need to learn how to write

- What to look out for when recommending contractors

You can learn more at their website - https://www.elitemga.com/ Show them you're a Spectora user and get a discount (not an endorsement or affiliate deal, but because of the report format and how it limits liability).

Home inspection legend on acquisitions, mistakes & why Private Equity ain’t so bad

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:28:00 -0600

If there was a home inspection Hall of Fame, Wally would be in it. Wally has so much wisdom, an hour wasn't enough!

Wally shares his perspective on:

The history of the industry and why 1976 is important
Evolution of the industry
His acquisition and mistakes
Ego vs. economics
Co-op-itition
Why 2+2=5!
The 3 ways you're paid in a PE deal

Don’t Let Fear be the Motivator & Surrounding Yourself with Positive Energy

Fri, 26 May 2023 11:58:52 -0600

Calling all introverts! James tells us how he overcame being an introvert and used it to his advantage to grow his business.

Kevin and James also get into:

- How to get invited to housewarming parties

- What next level service means to James

- Finding your passion

- Surrounding yourself with positive energy

You can find James at his website: https://www.upclosehomeinspections.net/

Howard Burch on Confidence to Raise Your Prices, Using Chat GPT & Pre-Drywall

Fri, 26 May 2023 11:35:01 -0600

We got something for everyone on Howard's 2nd pod appearance, episode #110. Kevin and Howard get into:

How to setup an expo for agents
Networking with other Spectora inspectors
Pre-drywall packages
Add-ons
Home service businesses
How to raise your prices with confidence
Using Chat GPT

Here is a link to Howard's IG so you can see the expo set up - https://www.instagram.com/homeshapeinspections/

Hit him on IG or his website - https://www.homeshapeinspections.com/

Casting a big vision, not just making a living - Cory Seawright

Tue, 23 May 2023 14:04:28 -0600

Episode #109 - You can't not like Cory. Contagious energy and vision for where he's going! Kevin and Cory cover:

How he comes up with content
What he does for networking and marketing
Social media strategy
Vision casting
How to increase revenue with contractor networks

You can find Cory at his website or email:

cory@mississippispremierinspections.com https://www.mississippipremierinspections.com/

Who call centers are not right for and why compensation of reps matters - Sterling Cox

Thu, 11 May 2023 11:37:54 -0600

Call centers have their place in our industry, it's clear. The reality is there are few that are high quality and not corporate owned! We give Sterling from ICC a chance to talk about his story, his company, who call centers ARE NOT for and trends he's seeing in the market.

[Link to live webinar on May 18th @ 9am - https://calendly.com/kevin-spectora/social-media-agents]

Flippin the script when it comes to Realtor relationships - Dave Adams

Tue, 09 May 2023 17:46:55 -0600

Dave always brings the calm wisdom. Don't let him fool you, he puts in the work and he is constantly learning and evolving. This is another banger of an episode! We get into:

- How he handled COVID

- How we went to the cloud

- Going from 4 to 17 people on this team - How to stay out of "the box"

- Amazing story of how to say no to agents

- How can you help Realtors win?

- Home inspection prices going DOWN, BUT your revenue per inspection can go way UP

- Other businesses you absolutely need to be thinking about setting up

Are we in a 657 BILLION Dollar Industry? - Erin Guyton

Mon, 01 May 2023 09:37:15 -0600

Do you look at your numbers as a % of revenue?
Do you know the value of your relationships?
What are you margins?
What's your ROI on marketing and sales activities?

These are all areas home inspectors are traditionally weak in. That's why Erin is a blessing for our industry. Kevin and Erin have a fun conversation around ways home inspectors can be more NUMBERS driven and make smarter decisions around scaling their business.

Creating systems & using automation to run your home inspection business - Scott Knudson

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:30:24 -0600

Episode #105 - This was a fun conversation with Scott because he not only was one of Spectora's first clients, he has grown a multi-inspector company, and now started his own SaaS business, Hoopla CRM.

They also chat about:

- Traveling while running your inspection company

- Recommending contractors as a source of revenue

- Chat GPT

- VAs

- Client Portal upsells in Spectora (PS. It's free money)

Link to Hoopla CRM - https://www.hooplacrm.com/

Link to the IEB event Kevin mentions in the intro - Get more info here Promo code: IEBSOCIAL23

Industry changes & how Spectora is responding - Mike & Kevin

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 10:11:04 -0600

It's no surprise by now - the home inspection industry has had major shifts in the past 5 years. Even more change has happened in the last 2 years.

What does this all mean? What does this mean for your business? Your software partners? Your clients?

Mike & Kevin break down the consolidation that's happening, implications, and how Spectora is continuing it's mission of serving inspectors and their clients with transparency.

Egos, operating in a recession & owning your mistakes - Floyd & Sandra Gibbs

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 18:07:52 -0600

This interview was a joy. Mostly because of who Floyd and Sandra are. They care, they share and they do things the right way. They talk with Kevin about:

- What it's like running a multi-inspector company and teaching at ICA

- Lessons learned from teaching thousands of students

- Ego is the enemy

- Starting a business in a recession

- Common careers prior to home inspection

- Owning your mistakes

- Hiring tips for multis

Want to get in touch? You can connect with Floyd & Sandra at:

Instagram- @Lolas1350 Facebook- Floyd Gibbs, Sandra Wheless Gibbs and/or Quality Home Inspections

Dealing with adversity, recessions & mental health - Thomas Filippone

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:25:25 -0600

Thomas got started in 2020 and talks to Kevin about many aspects besides the actual home inspection. They touch on dealing with adversity, recessions, personality management and extreme ownership.

”Always be Relationship-ing!” - Eric Coates on what he teaches new inspectors

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 15:41:21 -0600

Eric Coates is a long-time successful home inspection company AND an instructor with ICA. He keeps it simple and practical, and that's refreshing. They get into new inspector pitfalls and tips, field training and more. Here are links to the Spectora features referenced in the intro:

✅ Most used defect sorting - https://support.spectora.com/en/articles/6666155-sort-defect-comments-by-most-used

✅ Zillow link - https://share.getcloudapp.com/YEuDn0yv

✅ Quote feature - https://support.spectora.com/en/articles/6906773-how-to-send-a-quote-on-spectora

✅ Draft inspection feature - https://support.spectora.com/en/articles/6654099-how-to-resume-incomplete-bookings

First Year Tips from a Successful Home Inspector - David Scruggs

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:01:30 -0600

David Scruggs went into the home inspection business with supreme confidence. He shares his success journey and secrets on how he had a successful first year in the business.

Fords, Flirs & Interest Rates - Amanda Sprinkling-Felt

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:36:34 -0600

Episode 100!!!

The Spectora family thanks you for supporting the podcast & Spectora. We hope you'll share the pod with your home inspector community and anyone you think would benefit from hearing inspector stories.

Here's to many more episodes!

Amanda & Kevin get into training, women in business, interest rates, her Ford 150 Lightning, Flir c5 & she takes a live call from a Realtor!

Going Out on Your Own, Gen Z Advice & Bears in 7M Houses - Gabe Deiro

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:31:18 -0600

Gabe is on the young side of home inspectors...but don't let that fool you. He's using it to his advantage. This was a great interview where Kevin and Gabe talk about:

Going out on your own after working for a company
Being a good employee
Advantages of being Gen Z
Home inspections are a good living if you do it right
Crazy story about a bear and a $7M house

Gettin Awkward with Agents, Open Houses & Vulnerability - Bryan Zionskowski

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 19:26:39 -0600

This episode was a treat with Bryan. He is off to a monster start in the business and his mindset drives his success. We talk about:

- Some amazing mindset books to read

- How to talk to agents at open houses

- Being vulnerable

- Using Instagram to win

- Other types of inspections

- Branding 101

Why Veterans thrive in the home inspection industry - Howard Burch

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 14:22:09 -0600

Howard wins the best mic contest. He also is a refreshing first year, veteran inspector that exceeded all traditional expectations through dedication, practicality and creativity! He and Kevin get into so much including:

Being a millennial in the business
Why veterans do so well in home inspections
Outsourcing
Dedication >>> Motivation
AI writing tools
Content, content, content
Using a VA

Using Insta + Advanced to grow in a recession - Eric Harmon

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:04:56 -0600

Eric Harmon is easy to root for. A practical guy that tracks his numbers and goes with what works. Simple right?

He drops lots of juicy nuggets in this one:

- His origin story

- How he got inspection #1

- Using IG to get 34% of his agents

- Using local contractors as a differentiator

- Making thousands more a month from 1 upsell email

How to use Instagram and breakfast to get inspections - Blaine Wallace Interview

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0600

Blaine Wallace keeps it fun and creative.

He brings the knowledge on how he used Instagram to his benefit (still does) and how breakfast meetings helped him scale up.

We get into more amazing topics for new inspectors:

How and why he doesn't like going to offices
How he gets all online bookings and no phone calls
Mentorship
How to explain defects smoothly

Do you KYN home inspectors?! JT back again to drop wisdom...

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 13:48:19 -0600

JT is always a treat. He's one of those guys that seems like he's got it all figured out. This time we get into:

His acceptance into the Enterprise level of IEB
Using Spectora Advanced for both of his companies
Self-improvement
KYN (Know Your Numbers!)
Training & personality assessments
How he's thinking about growth, digital vs. Realtors

If you want to see JT's impressive companies, you can find them below:

Central Florida Building Inspectors: www.cfbinspect.com Elite Mold Services: www.moldinspect.org Interested in Spectora? Start your free trial today: https://hubl.li/Q02nfFrR0
Bundle a year of the app with a custom website: https://hubs.la/Q02p9VvF0
Growing your business? We got your back. Check out our business tools: https://hubs.la/Q02p9S0B0
Learn more about the power of Spectora, visit Spectora Academy: https://hubs.la/Q02pv_G90
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Got ideas for guests? Send 'em our way through the chat bubble or email Kevin@Spectora.com
Not using Spectora? See what the biggest and best companies are saying - https://hubs.la/Q02p9SRZ0

”Let me be your 3rd inspector” - Trish Wise on content, Google Reviews & more

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 17:43:55 -0600

Trish is practical and effective. She got agent lists, created content, did "fireside chats" and got Google Reviews! And she's building an amazing business up in Canada. Listen in and Kevin and Trish talk about her first inspection, getting a big ole list of agents, creating content, training and more!

You can connect with Trish at her website - https://www.wiseonhomeinspections.com/ or wiseonhomeinspections@gmail.com

Your clients want a home consultant! See how Inspect Canada handles their biz

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 13:36:52 -0600

In this month's Spectora Spotlight, we got the Inspect Canada team to talk about their journey in the Canadian home inspection market, creating content to grow and how to wow client's with true home consultant services.

You can connect with Dave and his team at their website - https://inspect.ca/

Recession proofing your business through partnerships - Spectora Team

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 10:14:50 -0600

On today's episode we have special guests Mike Wagstaff and Liz Devine. You know Mike (co-founder and CEO) but Liz is a talented Product Manager at Spectora that's running our partnerships program. We have always been all about looking forward and finding ways to elevate our industry. This is one of the ways our industry is transforming in real time.

They talk about:

The state of the industry and how it relates to clients, data, leads and monetization for inspectors
Spectora's stance on ethical ways home inspectors can and should benefit
The needs of the modern homebuyer
How our industry will evolve in the coming years and how you can be ahead of the curve

5 takeaways from the IEB Unite home inspector conference - Mini episode

Sat, 21 May 2022 12:12:02 -0600

The Spectora team always enjoys being a sponsor at the IEB Unite conference. What the team enjoys the most is sitting in on the sessions and soaking up the knowledge of the biggest and best in the industry.

Kevin gives you his 5 key takeaways from his notes on the conference.

Why staying small can be very profitable in home inspections - Zac Knoblauch

Sat, 21 May 2022 10:25:46 -0600

In this month's Spectora Spotlight, Zac Knoblauch talks about staying small and the benefits of running a very profitable 1 man home inspection company.

They also get into:

Importance of websites, branding and social media
The economy and slowdown
Tacos 🌮
Reports
Spectora Connect and the future of subscription revenue for inspectors

You can connect with Zac at his website or on his Instagram account.

Conquering your local market, using social media & future state of the industry

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0600

Adam is on the first team nice guy list in the home inspection industry. Adam has a thoughtful chat with Kevin about using social media & CRMs, his small town approach and how he sees his company helping homeowners past the inspection.

They also get into:

- How Actions is the best thing that happened to him (Spectora Advanced)

- Future state of the industry

- Websites, communication & efficiency

- You can get in touch with Adam at his website

Taking a journey through the first year as a home inspector

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:57:36 -0600

Josh tells Kevin his story of getting into the home inspection industry, the ups and downs and how he approaches client service, empathy and buyer psychology.

Inspecting million dollar 2nd homes + firing crazy people

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:52:42 -0600

This was a fun conversation with Stephen Saturno out of Lake Tahoe/Truckee, CA. We get into a few fun topics:

What it's like inspecting million dollar/2nd homes
Charging higher prices
Dealing with unreasonable clients
Handling growth & hiring
The future of the industry

You can’t grow your way out of a bad business model - Hyde Anderson

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:56:02 -0600

Hyde is one of the clear thinkers in the industry. He has a vision for scalable growth and has accomplished a ton in 5 years.

Kevin and Hyde cover SO much in this one, so buckle in.

"Chuck in a truck days
Early days of using Spectora
Growth lessons and do-overs
Get your marketing and branding game tight
Never repeat yourself
How using Spectora landed 1000 inspections
IEB and the future of the industry
Contractor referrals

🤯 Getting to a $650 average home inspection price

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 11:31:32 -0600

Phil is back! And he brings the heat again.

Phil gives us a business update and how he's building his culture of obsessive client service and what that means to him.

They also get into:

- How his average home inspection price is $650

- What the 70 Google Review mark meant for him

- Being a human and connecting with agents over social media

Calling all building performance and home energy nerds!

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:49:49 -0600

On episode #85, Kevin talks with Jonathan Gach of Energy Home Inspection out of Saluda, North Carolina.

They talk building performance, home energy and how he thinks about the role of those types of inspections within his main inspection business.

They also get into some websites, Actions and the future of the industry!

You can find Jonathan at his website - https://www.EnergyHomeInspection.com

STOP doing this in 2022 when dealing with agents - Realtor Perspective

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 11:43:58 -0600

This might be the most helpful episode yet!

Kevin talks to 2 top producing real estate agents, Jenn Kessel-White and Kim Purdy-Valdez about what home inspectors need to STOP doing when trying to network with them, as well as what they LOVE about certain home inspectors.

Kim and Jenn bring it - they are candid, knowledgable and full of life.

🧐 Why you should care about Spectora NextGen - James & Megan

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:50:00 -0600

Curious what all the hype around NextGen is about? Hear directly from our Product Managers and the guy who built the new mobile app about how NextGen benefits you and your business.

Through a beautiful and fast mobile app, new client portal and solid infrastructure, you'll be just as pumped as we are about the future of home inspection technology.

Want the YouTube version? Click here to watch the interview.

Not Asking Questions is Hearing No - Joe Neese

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0600

On episode #82, Kevin talks with Joe Neese of S4 Inspections out of Issaquah, Washington.

Joe tells his story of being an "industry outsider" and using his practical sales background to win over agents. He also talks about differentiation and minding the details that add up to a wonderful client experience.

Do it, Write it Down, or Delegate it! - Tim Wojnar

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 14:17:00 -0600

In episode #81, Kevin talks with Tim Wojnar, a recurring guest about many things:

- How to easily calculate your market share

- Being a visionary vs. an integrator

- How to have the right person in the right seat on your team

- Leveraging your strengths as a leader

- Listening to your emotions 😱

Spectora‘s Product Process for 2022 and Beyond

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0600

We have a special, short episode of Spectora Spotlight with James and Megan from our Product team here at Spectora!

We talk about how they are improving the way Spectora thinks about feature requests, bugs, prioritization and process improvements that will keep Spectora on the forefront of the industry in 2022.

First year inspector gets 87% review take rate 🤯

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0600

See how a private banker turned home inspector has grown quickly using Instagram and Google Reviews. Phil Dancer is also a champion for our industry - he believes all home inspectors undervalue themselves, a lot.

He is also maniacal about the client experience. He lives and breathes it and his results show.

Don't miss the magical number of reviews he says you need to get to rank higher in Google!

Back by popular demand - James Hooper

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 10:19:01 -0600

James Hooper's show in February of 2021 was a surprise hit, so Kevin got him back for a full hour for a wide ranging talk about innovation, the roller coaster of 2021, and managing his own growth this year. You can find Jame's first episode here: https://spectora.podbean.com/e/worklife-balance-is-bull-james-hooper/

Investing in leaders, training and taking care of clients beyond SOPs - Super Inspector - Part 2

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0600

This is part 2 of the Super Inspector interview so you can find part 1 here and the video version of part 1 on YouTube here.

In part 2, the Super Inspector leadership team talks about investing 10s of thousands of dollars into their leadership development and other topics including:

How they grow their agent base
Training new hires
Their interview process
Taking care of clients, not just handing them a report
Concierge services being the way of the future

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How the largest company in the country keeps growing - Super Inspector - Part 1

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0600

You don't get 3,122 5-star Google Reviews by being complacent. Super Inspector is special. They have leadership that understands how to turn a vision into reality, build leaders, listen to customers and they continue to evolve even though they are the largest company in the country.

In part 1 of this amazing episode, Kevin talks with the Super Inspector leadership team about:

Blake and Angela's origin story
Evolving the company vision as they grow
Handling liability and focusing on your customers over everything
Building leaders
How they build relationships with customers
Super's interview process

Part 2 of this episode will drop on Monday!.

Looking for the video version? Find it on YouTube here.

You can visit Super Inspector at their website.

You can‘t work ON your business and IN it at the same time - Chuck Striler

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0600

Chuck is a practical straight shooter. It's refreshing how he just seems to do what makes sense to grow his business steadily with great people.

We talk about hiring family and friends, social media, letting go and more!

You can hit Chuck up at his website.

🚨 Not subscribed to the pod yet? Shame! Go do it! We're on Apple & Google Podcasts & Spotify. Click follow or subscribe! This keeps us motivated to keep doing more of this.

🤓 Got ideas for guests? Send em our way through the chat bubble or email Kevin@Spectora.com

You can find more episodes on the web - https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight

Being scrappy in a small town - Alicia Leiviska

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0600

Alicia doesn't believe in barriers to success. She was a house cleaner. She lives in a tiny town. She has 3 kids. She wasn't part of the good ole boys club. Doesn't matter - she has created a successful business and has plans to keep going. This was such an enjoyable conversation because Alicia knows her stuff. She knows what it takes to succeed and she's doing it.

You can find Alicia at her website

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Mini Episode #2 - Letting go to grow

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:28:57 -0600

In this mini episode Kevin talks about the 4 step approach he and other home inspectors take to let goooo to grow!

Leave a comment if you like the short format mini episodes sprinkled in between the regular interviews!

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Getting clear on what you want - Greg Bryan

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 10:51:44 -0600

Kevin and Greg cover a lot:

IEB updates
Conference recap
Backstory and how IEB came to be
Current events in the industry
Getting clear on what you want from life and business
Money and compensation
Vulnerability
And Greg makes Kevin slightly uncomfortable in the last 10 minutes 🤭

Learn more about IEB at their website.

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No peacocking home inspectors! - Ben Morehead

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 16:37:07 -0600

Here is what Ben and Kevin cover:

Growing in a small town
How to use humility as a differentiator
Not shutting people up with your knowledge
What IEB has meant to Ben

You can hit Ben up at his website.

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Soft skills, hiring sooner and growing in a smaller community - Josh Ryan

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 09:46:22 -0600

Here is what Josh and Kevin cover:

How to succeed in small towns
Agent red flags
Working on soft skills to win over clients and agents
When to hire
Growth & IEB

You can hit Josh up at his website.

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No one wants to work with a jerk - Steven Silva

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0600

So many nuggets in this episode! Steven and I get into:

How his business was born out of necessity
Having a supportive spouse
How he did 179 inspections in his first year, 250 in his first full year
How to sell by being authentic
Increasing your odds to meet agents
Choosing optimism and putting yourself around like-minded business owners

You can hit Steven up at his website.

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Mini Episode #1 - Common home inspector mistakes & how to overcome them

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0600

We're trying out a new format today! Kevin talks through an article and YouTube video he made on common mistakes he sees and hears home inspectors making regularly.

Leave a comment if you like the short format mini episodes sprinkled in between the regular interviews!

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Leadership, culture and buy-in from 2 leaders at a top 10 inspection company

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:26:16 -0600

Lexy and Corey of ProTech Inspection Services in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area are leaders. They are the kind of leaders you want running your company.

We talk about the IEB conference, culture, buy-in, being women in a male-dominated industry and more!

This was fun to interview them for a few reasons:

✅ They have a perspective outside of this industry

✅ They learn, grow and take accountability more than some that own their own business

✅ They have a growth mentality and make those better around them

✅ They are clear on who they are and what they want to accomplish

✅ They are fun

🎥 Want the YouTube version? Check out the video interview here.

Want to learn more about Protec? Check out their website.

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Playing the long game with Realtors & how to approach agents - Whit Green & Alissa Jenkins

Thu, 27 May 2021 09:46:48 -0600

We had the rare pleasure of having a top-producing agent join Spectora Spotlight, along with Whit Green, her favorite home inspector.

We dive into their friendship and delayed working relationship and what you can learn as an inspector from first interactions.

Here's a hint: It's ain't over if they don't use you right away. Whit also goes into his backstory and how he's gotten off to such a hot start despite being new to the industry and not having a typical background. Give

Alissa's podcast a listen too! https://www.hustlehumblypodcast.com/

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Networking as a New Inspector & Doing Things That Don't Scale - Adam Van Wyk

Mon, 10 May 2021 10:07:33 -0600

Adam doesn't have it all figured out, but he's off to a good start.

Adam started Vantage Home Inspection in the Kansas City area late last year in the middle of a pandemic. He started his career networking with a couple big names in the KC inspection circles and doing things that don't scale, like hand-written notes.

You can reach Adam at his website or text/call him at 816-591-5615.

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ARPI & the future of home inspections - Mike & Kevin

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0600

There have been plenty of big changes & shifts in the home inspection industry this past year. From the pandemic to big acquisitions to new ways of thinking about our business.

As the case with any industry (and life), we must adapt. We must stay ahead of the curve as a business and help support you as our Spectora family in staying ahead of trends that impact you and your livelihood.

Kevin & Mike discuss recent acquisitions, how it could impact Spectora and all home inspectors, and kick around ideas on how inspectors can ethically and selectively be in control of their user's experience and increase ARPI (average revenue per inspection) by partnering with services & products that consumers want.

Could there be a race to the bottom in prices? Could large companies try to make home inspections a complete commodity?

How are you planning to adapt as big money comes into our space?

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Growing Across State Lines & Partnering With Like-Minded Folks

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 09:34:51 -0600

Brit & Lance are podcast regulars. They're a joy to be around and are always improving and growing. This time it's with Kalyn and Matt Gibson. They struck a unique business arrangement and joined forces and I can tell you it's a great match.

Hear what it's like to be a new inspection company and be presented with an opportunity to grow quicker, with mentorship. And conversely, hear what it's like to seize an opportunity to grow even faster, in another state, by taking an opportunity to work with like-minded people.

🗣 Want to get in touch with Forever Home Inspection? Head to their website - https://www.foreverhomeinspection.com/

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First Responders Just Figure Things Out - Bobby Ortiz

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:14:17 -0600

Bobby Ortiz has carried so much of his day job over to home inspections. You can tell he has a growth mindset, humility and an amazing can-do attitude. A great episode for any home inspector with a full-time job still, first responders or aspiring home inspectors!

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Work/Life Balance is Bull#$&! -James Hooper

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:35:42 -0600

Ok, James didn't really say the name that's in the title but we talked about it!

James Hooper had/has a great job.

But he wants to work for himself, and he's willing to sacrifice living in both worlds to do it. It might be the hardest part about easing into home inspections - deciding when to cut the cord with your previous full-time job and go all in on home inspections.

James tells a couple fun stories of what it's like doing 2 full-time jobs and some of the ways he's grown organically to make his dream a reality.

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Life on the Bubble & What Client Success Means - Katie & Lulu

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:15:43 -0600

Ever wonder who's really behind the bubble?

We're mixing it up today with Katie & Lulu, 2 of our rockstar Client Success folks that you talk to every so often on our chat bubble.

They talk about what Client Success means to them, advice they'd give new inspectors and what it's like talking to you all each and every day.

They are 2 of the nicest, kindest humans I know so I hope you all get the chance to say hi to them on the bubble and enjoy this chat!

🎥 If you want the video version of this, head on over to YouTube for it.

If you're enjoying these interviews, leave us a review or share them with your home inspector community! The sharing and distribution of this is the very thing that allows me to keep putting time into it.

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To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

Buying vs. Building a Home Inspection Business - Tom George

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:08:41 -0600

Tom George of A Precise Home Inspection in Colorado Springs, Colorado has tried a couple different routes in this business.

He's gone at it solo, he's worked for a multi, and now he's the proud owner of a thriving business. But it's the path less traveled. Hear how Tom bought into an existing main player in his town, and what challenges and benefits come along with buying into a home inspection business.

Find him at his website -> https://www.aprecisehomeinspection.com/

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YOU are the Product, Home Inspector - Andrew & Sarah Wilson

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:35:58 -0600

➡️ Andrew & Sarah are fun. And Authentic.

Without a traditional home inspector's background (like many nowadays), they've used authenticity, communication and social media to win in their first year.

They are a dynamic combo with Andrew having the calm, reassuring vibe and Sarah having the high energy, driven style. And it's clearly working!

📲 You can find them on Instagram @wsinspect

💻 and their website - https://wsinspect.wixsite.com/website

Here are some of the books and podcasts mentioned:

📚 https://www.amazon.com/Advantage-Organizational-Health-Everything-Business/dp/0470941529/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1SVOCDF29VXLJ&dchild=1&keywords=the+advantage+patrick+lencioni&qid=1612208179&sprefix=the+advan%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-3

📚 https://www.daveramsey.com/store/product/entreleadership-by-dave-ramsey-ebook

📚 https://www.amazon.com/Start-Punch-Escape-Average-Matters/dp/1937077594/ref=sr_1_3?c[…]jon+acuff&qid=1612208310&sprefix=start+by+%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-3

📚 https://www.amazon.com/Finish-Give-Yourself-Gift-Done/dp/0525537317/ref=sr_1_4?crid=[…]jon+acuff&qid=1612208333&sprefix=start+by+%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-4

📚 https://www.amazon.com/Be-Our-Guest-Perfecting-Institute/dp/1423145844/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=be+our+guest+book&qid=1612208364&sr=8-2

🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/4hZwj3WfCNUYlBoLFoLD7k?si=VY41iiwtQ6uqi2dPEqXS1g

If you're enjoying these interviews, share them with your home inspector community! The sharing and distribution of this is the very thing that allows me to keep putting time into it.

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To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

The More Common Home Inspector's Journey - Jed Kaessner

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:15:19 -0600

Not growing a zillion percent a year? Not turning away business in your first year? Not becoming a multi after years in the biz?

That's ok.

Read that again, that's totally ok. And more normal than you think.

I was so happy Jed reached out to be on the pod. His journey is more representative of many home inspectors first years in the business.

Hear how he navigated a part-time job and eventually quitting and going into inspections full time. We'll also chat about what worked to steadily grow this business.

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To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

How a Top 10 Home Inspection Company Handles Training, Buy-in & Culture

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:09:35 -0600

Reuben Saltzman and George Ury of @Structure Tech Home Inspections in Minnesota share how they think about culture, buy-in, training, content marketing, inspection efficiency and more.

➡️ They are one of the biggest companies in the country and it's truly refreshing how down-to-earth and personable they are. They just flat out do things well and have maintained high standards all the way up to 30+ employees. They are just fun guys that are dominating Minnesota and the internet (have you seen their blog?).

🎥 If you want to watch Reuben and George's beautiful faces, you can find the YouTube version of this video here.

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If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@

Changing an Industry By Being a Part of Something Bigger - Jennifer Riley

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 13:06:18 -0600

Did you know less than 3% of inspectors are women?

Jennifer Riley didn't see any in her new inspector class. She wants to change that. Jennifer owns Doyenne Inspections in Austin, Texas and she's well on her way to growing that number.

We talk not only about women in the business, but also how growth in many major markets is resulting in builders passing on phase inspections, how reports matter and how she's growing her company.

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To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

How Tim Gets 20 Extra Inspections a Month From Writing

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0600

Tim is back with some amazing metrics and results! For only being in the business a few years, ranking 1st in Chicago is no small feat! He is a shining example of just how powerful content marketing is. He's proven it.

We talk about just taking action when it comes to writing (and anything really), not being a perfectionist with certain things, being an above average inspector and other little tips and stories.

Want to see what he's been writing about? Check out his website (psst, Spectora made it and we'd love to make yours too!)

Sharing is Caring

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To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

Using Creativity, Confidence and Hustle as a New Inspector

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0600

Jamie is the guy that made a clever, unique video called "Will He Fit". Check it out, it's pretty funny.

Any new inspector that is this creative and just goes for it, I want to talk to. Jamie tells us his windy path to the home inspection industry and how he thinks about the business, just being in his first couple months.

If nothing else, just go for it and don't worry about what anyone else thinks!

If you're enjoying these interviews, share them with your home inspector community! The sharing and distribution of this is the very thing that allows me to keep putting time into it.

Subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!

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https://www.youtube.com/spectora

To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

Home Inspector SEO in 2021: What You Need to Know

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 12:43:07 -0600

Doug Schatz is one of my favorite partners (they are our digital marketing partner at Market Hardware) because he is such a great guy and deeply cares about the client experience the way we do.

We get into where SEO stands today, what's important, what's not and the most common mistakes inspectors make when thinking about their SEO.

We also go into the playbook for solo inspectors, mid-career, and large multis on what you can do at your stage and phase of your business.

If you want to learn more about digital marketing, write into our chat or check out the blog! We're happy to connect you with the right person to see if digital marketing is right for you.

If you're enjoying these interviews, share them with your home inspector community! The sharing and distribution of this is the very thing that allows me to keep putting time into it.

Subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!

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https://www.youtube.com/spectora

To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

Becoming the Chick-Fil-A of Home Inspections - Nick Wright

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0600

Nick is a another Spectora OG that has grown phenomenally over his 5 or so years in business.

He has a great story about deciding to get into this business in 2 days and quit his job and jumped in.

We talk about the hustle of drumming up business before you're ready, putting the customer experience FIRST, not being the cheap guy in your market, and how to be unique in this business.

If you're enjoying these interviews, share them with your home inspector community! This is what keeps me doing these.

Subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!

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https://www.youtube.com/spectora

To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

How Industry Outsiders Have Scaled a Home Inspection Company in 4 Years - Brit & Lance Coffman

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0600

Brit & Lance Coffman don't have traditional "home inspector" backgrounds. They come from education and business/marketing.

They've used this to explode their business in only 4 years and they're not stopping now.

They have aggressive plans to expand their organization into an Oklahoma powerhouse. We talk about hiring, training, expanding into other markets, meeting new agents and leveraging technology to scale efficiently.

If you want to get in touch with Brit or Lance, use the contact form at their website, or just email Lance@foreverhomeinspection.com

If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review or shoot me a note. I always appreciate that :)

You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!

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https://www.youtube.com/spectora

To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!

Do You Have a Vision for Your Business? - JT Edgren

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0600

JT is one of the nicest guys around, which already made this a pleasure. He's also a wealth of wisdom when it comes to scaling and growing home inspection businesses.

We hit hiring, training, culture, leadership, business models to grow and diving deep on your vision.

You can find JT at his website, or shoot him an email at jt@cfbinspect.com.

If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review or shoot me a note. I always appreciate that :)

https://spectora.podbean.com/
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To learn more about Spectora the home inspection software, follow the link!

If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!