Bartlesville, OK · Member since 2017 · 2 posts · 0 votes
Hi my name is Derrick and I'm wanting to become a home inspector. I have been trying to figure out if this is the right move and what I need to do. I've worked maintenance for the past 4 years for a apartment complex with minor abilities in plumbing and renovation. I also help build the house I'm currently living in. I'm 24 years old willing to go the extra mile to be successful as my life has been tough. I have little college under my belt and going back is not what I'm wanting to do. I would love to hear anything helpful and i appreciate everyone's time. Thank you!
(Currently in Oklahoma wanting to branch out to Kansas.)
Rental Property Investor · Oklahoma City, OK · Member since 2015 · 89 posts · 36 votes
9y
Hey Derrick! If it's something you really want to do no one will be able to do you my man! My suggestion is to drop the thought process of "willing to go the extra mile to be successful as my life has been tough." Everyone's life is tough... There is no such thing as a Beaver Cleaver childhood. Instead I would focus more energy on why you are willing to put in the work. Something like "I'm willing to go the extra mile to be successful because" - I want a better life for my family. - I want to be able to give more back to my community. - I want to change the path I'm going down through this life. Change your thoughts, and you will change your world!
I don't know much about the home inspection business but I would take a few well known inspectors out for coffee and see if you are able to add value to them or their business. Also check out the REIA's in your area. There are usually inspectors there as well as people needing inspections done. That would be a great place to start!
Bartlesville, OK · Member since 2017 · 2 posts · 0 votes
9y
Thank you Mr. Allen for your words as you brightened my day. I'm doing everything possible to succeed! Thanks! I will look into the REIA's in my area. im still looking for the steps I need to take to get certified. Thanks again.