Introduction to Appraising and Inspecting Homes
• Roles and Activities of Real Estate Professionals
• Determinants of Property Value
• Introduction to Basic Valuation Concepts
• Ethics and Liability for Real Estate Professionals
• The Business Side of Real Estate
• Diary of a Typical Home Sale
The How-to of Home Inspection
• Building Sites and Landscaping
• Foundations; Building Structures; Roofing
• Chimneys and Flues
• Interior and Exterior Finishes
• Insects, Vermin, and Decay
• Heating, Ventilation and Air-conditioning
• Electrical Systems and Plumbing Systems
• Getting Started in the Business
• Preparing Proper Home Inspection Reports
The Home Inspection Business
• The Mission of the Home Inspection Business
• Qualifications and Standards
• Tools of the Trade and Tips for Inspectors
• The Real Estate Agent
• Real Estate Commissions
• The Relationship Between Real Estate Agents and Home Inspectors
• Hidden Benefits of the Home Inspection
• Economics of the Business
• Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations
• The Market Potential Nationwide
• The Small Office Operation
• The Independent Inspector
• Income Potential and Fee Structures
More on the Home Inspection Business
• Importance of a Good Business Plan
• Start-up and Operating Capital
• Laws and Regulations
• The Business Office and Record Keeping
• Collecting Data, Scheduling, Subcontracting
• The Customer Questionnaire
• Upgrading the Office Operation
• The Importance of the Written Report
• The Building Analysis Report (BAR) Form
• Legal Considerations for the Home Inspector
• Liability in Home Inspection
• Performing the Inspection
• Negligence and Liability Claims
This educational program is an introductory course designed to help students gain knowledge necessary for the vocational application of this subject. Completion of this program does not fulfill the legal requirements of particular state licenses or certifications, which may require additional training or apprenticeships.
We take great pride in providing you with the most up-to-date textbooks and equipment. One or more of the above-mentioned subjects may, therefore, change if updating becomes necessary during the course of your studies. The order in which the course material is presented may vary.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition
