Some people are born for sales. Others, not so much. But don’t let that intimidate you. A buyer’s inspection isn’t required in most states. But it’s one of the smartest investments that people can make before committing to decades of mortgage payments. Here are some pain-free ways to market your inspection services to the people…
DetailsMaybe it’s hard to imagine remote training for a hands-on job. Of course, some brick-and-mortar programs might have you believe that in-person training is the only way to go. But every day, people earn certifications from online home inspection training programs, and you can, too. Here’s what to look for in a solid, online program…
DetailsIf you want to become a home inspector in Florida, now is a great time to make the leap. Home inspections and real estate transactions go hand in hand. And after a few years of ups and downs that mirrored the economy, Florida’s real estate market is hopping again. Follow these steps from education through…
DetailsIf you live in Illinois and want to become a home inspector, the journey begins with a good education. But it doesn’t end there. If you have a high school diploma or GED and meet the minimum age requirement, which is 21, you have what it takes to get started. Follow these five steps, and…
DetailsWorking for yourself and on your own terms is part of the American Dream. If you resolved to be your own boss in 2017, you’re in good company. You could become a home inspector in a matter of weeks. You don’t even have to quit your current job to do it. Certified home inspectors come…
DetailsICA School has earned its great reputation from satisfied students across the country. What makes our home inspection course so special? It’s not one thing; it’s lots of them. Our comprehensive program is carefully designed to help you start a home inspection business on the best possible foundation. Where other programs fall short, we fill…
DetailsAre you set up for home education success? Or are you planning to wing it when you start your ICA School home inspection course? Your approach to online study can make or break your new career. Get it right, and you’ll be a success story, not a cautionary tale. Here’s how to get the most…
DetailsAerial inspection services aren’t common enough (yet) to be considered mandatory or industry standard. However, at the rate that drones are catching on with home inspectors, it probably won’t be long. Don’t let the high-tech nature of drones put you off the idea entirely. They might seem intimidating, but safe and effective drone use is…
DetailsFull-time school and work can throw anyone off balance. But every day, students make it happen without letting either responsibility suffer. Go into it with a plan, and you’re more likely to be among those who succeed. Wing it, and you’re asking for trouble. According to a 2015 Georgetown University Center on Education and the…
DetailsGot inspection questions about roofs? We have answers. Roofs do more than just shield a house from the rain. They’re complex systems with many different types of roofing materials, and they can affect the integrity of the whole house that sits under them. What Types of Roofs Might You Find on the Job? Although the…
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