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New in Palmtech: More control over how interactive reports look and feel
Palmtech has introduced four new interactive report layout options in the Report Designer that let you control how your report is built and shown to ...
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Why real estate investors can’t afford to skip home inspections
A contractor scopes what a renovation costs. A certified home inspector finds what’s already broken. For real estate investors, those are two completely different conversations ...
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The Ride Along Episode 72: Should your client attend the entire inspection?
The Ride Along co-host Brad Lowery once had an inspector follow him around on a job and tell him he was doing everything wrong. That ...
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March 2026 housing forecast: sales stay steady while inventory starts to climb
February’s numbers are in, and it’s a bit of a mixed bag for the inspection world. We aren’t seeing a massive surge in sales yet, ...
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Control the data shown in your inspection reports with the new Inspection Details functionality
How do inspectors hide sensitive client data or change property detail layouts in their reports? Here’s how: Palmtech has released new functionality within the Report ...
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The Ride Along co-hosts on Define San Diego: What buyers, agents, and inspectors need to know
Brad Lowery and Matt Brading sat down with Daniel Fefferman of the Define San Diego Podcast – a show dedicated to honest, no-fluff real estate ...
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Get to know our Customer Success Team: Jodie Brooks, Team Lead, Training & Onboarding
In the world of customer support, genuine connections and a deep understanding of client needs are paramount. In a recent interview, Jodie Brooks, the team ...
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Did you miss the Palmtech 11 webinar? No worries! Watch it on demand now!
Are you interested in learning more about Palmtech 11, but you missed our April 2 webinar (featuring four kick-butt demos)? Never fear, the on-demand version ...
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Did Florida update the wind mitigation form for 2026? What you need to do in Palmtech
Has Florida updated the wind mitigation form for 2026? Yes, it has, and the updated template is already in Palmtech waiting for you. It’s called ...
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The Ride Along Episode 71: Operating in a state with no home inspection licensing requirements
Think your home inspection market is tough? Try being an inspector in Colorado, where the rulebook literally doesn’t exist. We’re joined by the man himself, ...
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Palmtech’s new Global Lists feature makes managing templates fast and easy
Does your home inspection software force you to make constant, manual updates to your templates? A new feature in Palmtech – Global Lists – gives ...
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Global Ratings now available in Palmtech – clarity, consistency, and control in every report
How can home inspectors maintain consistent terminology across every report without the headache of repetitive and manual data entry? Palmtech’s new Global Ratings feature solves ...
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The Ride Along Episode 70: Meet the people behind Porch’s Customer Success team
Ever wonder who’s on the other side of the support chat when you ask for help inside your inspection software? In The Ride Along Episode ...
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Get to know our Customer Success Team: Lisa Lack, Customer Success Manager
In the fast-moving world of customer support, few roles at a software company are as pivotal as that of a Customer Success Manager, especially in ...
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The Ride Along Episode 69: When inspection day gets crowded
Most inspectors have had that moment — someone questions a finding, asks why you called something out, or expects you to run the inspection a ...
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Make your inspection reports pop with custom cover pages in Palmtech
Home inspection software doesn’t stop working when the inspection ends. That’s when your report takes over. It’s what clients open, save, share, and remember. Before ...
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Palmtech 11 adds flexibility to home inspection software: the Report Designer is here
Home inspectors asked for more inspection report personalization. We delivered – and then some. Palmtech 11 introduces a feature that changes how your reports look, ...
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Palmtech 11 is here: A new generation of home inspection software
Home inspection software has taken a giant leap forward with Palmtech 11. Today marks the official launch of our newest version of Palmtech – designed ...
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Home inspection software with comment library and narrative comment support
Wouldn’t it be great if your home inspection software helped you write, organize, and present inspection findings with more clarity, consistency, and control? That’s exactly ...
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Move through inspections faster with line-level ratings in Palmtech
Some inspection items don’t need a comment. They just need a rating so you can get back to business without slowing down. Line-level ratings in ...
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Home inspection software with AI Image Defect Detector: Palmtech 11 includes smarter tools
The next generation of Palmtech home inspection software has arrived – and it’s smarter than ever. Palmtech 11 includes the AI Image Defect Detector, a ...
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January 2026 housing forecast: what it means for home inspectors
December closed out 2025 with a noticeable lift in activity, and early 2026 forecasts suggest more transactions ahead. Existing home sales in December 2025 totaled ...
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The Ride Along episode 68: Building codes, AI, and home inspection
In Episode 68 of The Ride Along, Brad Lowery and Matt Brading are joined by Beau Brown, home inspector and content creator, and Karl Stump, ...
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Why firefighters are built for home inspection work on The Ride Along Episode 67
If you’ve ever wondered whether home inspections can work as a side gig (or a smart second-career runway), Episode 67 of The Ride Along is ...
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The Ride Along Episode 66: Healthy homes, mold and home inspectors
Healthy homes might be one of the buzziest terms in real estate now – but in Episode 66 of The Ride Along, Brad and Matt ...
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December 2025 housing snapshot for small home inspectors
Slower closings, but buyers are still out there November slowed down on the closing side as is typical for the winter months. According to the ...
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The Ride Along episode 65: Due South Brad, short videos, and inspection reality
Episode 65 of The Ride Along closes out the year with Brad Zirlott – better known as Due South Brad – joining Brad Lowery and ...
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The Ride Along episode 64: Automating key systems for home inspectors
Episode 64 of The Ride Along, filmed at Inspection Fuel in New Orleans, centers on one big theme for solo inspectors: work smarter with systems ...
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November 2025 housing snapshot for home inspectors: tight supply, steady demand
A steady but competitive market In October, there were 358,000 recorded existing home sales, a +0.8% MoM increase and +2.9% YoY. Year-to-date sales are essentially ...
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The Ride Along episode 63: From ladder fall to rental-inspection business model with Inspector Beans
Episode 63 of The Ride Along, filmed live at Inspection Fuel in New Orleans with hosts Brad Lowery and Matt Brading, features Brianna “Inspector Beans” ...
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The Ride Along Episode 62: Helping home inspectors win on social media
In The Ride Along Episode 62, filmed live at Inspection Fuel in New Orleans, Brad Lowery and Matt Brading chat with Saiya Patel and Lindsay ...
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Get the October 2025 housing snapshot for home inspectors
September’s housing numbers tell a mixed story – fewer closed sales, more listings, and steady contract activity. For solo and small-shop inspectors, that translates to ...
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How to import home inspection templates to Palmtech fast and easy!
If you’re considering moving from Spectora or HomeGauge, we have good news for you – importing your templates into Palmtech home inspection software is fast ...
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September 2025 housing snapshot: Sales cool, steady pipelines ahead
The latest housing numbers show a small drop in sales but a steadier stream of contracts and inventory. For solo and small-shop inspectors, that points ...
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Curiosity and confidence: Lessons from The Ride Along, live from Inspection Fuel
The Ride Along went live at Inspection Fuel with a high-energy conversation about what really helps solo inspectors succeed: community, curiosity, and clarity. Hosts Brad ...
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In the hot seat: Brad and Matt hosted on the Structure Talk podcast
Brad and Matt are used to running the show on The Ride Along. But on the Structure Talk podcast with Structure Tech Home Inspections, they ...
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August 2025 housing snapshot: Inventory rises, sales edge down
Home sales forecasts show signs of a cool-off. In August, Fannie Mae called for a dip in 2025 sales (-0.1%), while the average forecast has ...
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What it’s really like inspecting in Canada, featuring Nate Boucher on The Ride Along
Starting a home inspection business comes with choices: do you go independent, or do you join a franchise? In episode 58 of The Ride Along, ...
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Starting smart with Closer Look Home Inspections
Starting a new inspection business takes guts – especially when you’re doing it solo. In episode 57 of The Ride Along, Brad Lowery and Matt ...
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July 2025 housing snapshot: Small gains, steady volume, and a promising year ahead
The housing market didn’t move much in June, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Home sales ticked up slightly, inventory stayed strong, and price ...
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PEX, lawsuits, and leaks: The Ride Along breakdown for small inspection shops
Here it is – the latest installment of what we like to call the Great PEX Debate! In this episode of The Ride Along, Brad ...
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June 2025 housing and mortgage trends: What inspectors need to know
The housing market saw some fresh signs of life in May – and if you’re running inspections solo, it’s smart to track how this affects ...
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Plumbing myths & PEX panic on The Ride Along: Eric Aune gets real in episode 55
Ever had a plumber tell you PEX is less than ideal? Or heard horror stories about push-to-connect fittings? Time to separate myth from fact. In ...
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Mold, tools, and one inspection you won’t forget on The Ride Along
A 75,000 square foot mold inspection? That’s just another day in the field for Kristian Geiger, owner of Avid Inspection Specialists, and episode 54’s guest ...
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Your reviews are showing: What new and small inspection shops need to know about testimonials (good and bad)
You’re great at spotting roof damage and plumbing issues – but are you overlooking the cracks in your online reputation? When you’re just getting your ...
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How to set realistic pricing as a new home inspector (without underselling yourself)
When you’re just starting your home inspection business, figuring out what to charge can feel like a total guessing game. Charge too little? You’ll end ...
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Raise your rates (and your game): Ben Gromicko on Episode 53 of The Ride Along
If you’ve ever struggled with pricing your inspections or competing with the guy down the street offering rock-bottom rates, this is episode of The Ride ...
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From burnout to booked: How Inspector Randle went viral and built a dream business
What happens when you bend sarcasm, a pointer finger, and a whole lot of construction fails? You get Inspector Randle – a solo inspector from ...
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Home inspector. Content creator. Now official The Ride Along co-host.
You’ve seen him behind the mic before – breaking down inspection finds, trading stories with our own Brad Lowery, and showing up in some of ...
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Real Estate Trends: April 2025 Housing and Mortgage Data for Inspectors
Palmtech is keeping an eye on the numbers so you don’t have to. We’re bringing you key data from the housing market that could affect ...
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The Ride Along with Matt Risinger: What inspectors should really be looking for
In episode 51 of The Ride Along, the team heads to Austin, TX, to meet with Matt Risinger – custom builder, building science advocate, and ...
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Palmtech just got faster!
We just gave the Palmtech report writer a Red Bull and it’s moving faster than ever now! We didn’t touch your workflow. We just cleared ...
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The Ride Along: How Inspector Preston Kincaid grew his audience by keeping it real
Preston Kincaid didn’t set out to build a massive following. He just wanted to protect homebuyers – and say what needed saying. Fast forward two ...
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From cold cuts to content: How Trey Hill built his inspection brand
Before going viral with That ain’t right, Trey Hill was paying for “lunch and learns” – bringing trays of food to real estate offices in ...
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Understanding business insurance: A guide for new and small inspection shops
You’ve just launched your inspection business, snagged a few jobs, and you’re finally feeling like things are starting to click. Then a client calls. You ...
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From licensing to launch: What to do after getting certified
Starting your own home inspection business is a big deal – it’s exciting, empowering, and yes, a little overwhelming. You’ve put in the hard work ...
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Inspection fails so wild, you’ll be glad it wasn’t you: The Ride Along goes live with Jon Bolton
You’ve seen some weird stuff. But nothing compares to what Jon Bolton’s bringing to The Ride Along Podcast livestream on May 15. From creepy crawlspaces ...
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From side hustle to standout: See how Ryan Wall grew Hello Home Inspections on episode 48 of The Ride Along
Think every successful inspection company starts with a big plan? Think again. In episode 48 of The Ride Along, host Brad Lowery and special guest ...
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Inspectors vs. adjusters: Clearing up the confusion on The Ride Along
Episode 47 of The Ride Along isn’t your average chat about inspection checklists or foundation cracks—it’s a bearded, bourbon-filled breakdown of what happens when public ...
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What bourbon, basements, and business have in common on The Ride Along
The weather’s heating up – and so is episode 46 of The Ride Along. Matt Lowery and special guest co-host Matt Brading are sweating buckets ...
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Palmtech’s new Citizens 4-Point template now available
If you’re a Florida-based home inspector, we have important news for you! Palmtech just released an updated version of the critical Citizens 4-Point inspection report ...
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Hatchbacks, hurricanes, and hustle on The Ride Along
In episode 44 of The Ride Along, filmed while on location at the InterNACHI Pro Inspectors Conference in Orlando, FL, we’ve got a turbocharged mix ...
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How to win over real estate agents as a brand-new inspector
As a new home inspector, cracking the code with real estate agents is your ticket to a bustling schedule. Agents are your best referral source ...
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Slow market? Fast moves: How new inspectors can stay ahead when sales stall
When the housing market slows, inspections don’t stop—they just take a different shape. But for new and small inspection shops, adapting to these shifts is ...
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Low housing inventory in 2025? Here’s how new and solo inspectors can thrive
The housing market might be tight, but that doesn’t mean your inspection business has to be. With fewer homes for sale, competition among inspectors is ...
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The Ride Along at InterNACHI 2025: Brad Lowery and Matt Brading tackle Florida’s inspection hurdles
Get ready for an exciting episode of The Ride Along with host Brad Lowery and special guest host Matt Brading as they’re joined by industry ...
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Next level home inspections: Building science insights with Travis Jones on The Ride Along
Check out Travis Jones of Smart Roof and Home Inspections on The Ride Along as he dives into how building science is shaking up the ...
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AI and home inspections: A smart tool or a risky shortcut?
AI is making its way into home inspections, and inspectors are split – some see it as a time-saving tool, while others worry about overreliance. ...
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Why your first few clients are your most important marketing tool
Your first clients set the stage for success. They aren’t just names on an invoice – they’re walking, talking billboards. First impressions stick – nail ...
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The Ride Along is back for 2025 – and this season’s going to be big
The Ride Along is rolling into 2025 with a fresh lineup, big-name guests, and more unfiltered home inspection talk than ever. To start this season, ...
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The secret to writing inspection reports that clients love
A great inspection report is more than just a checklist – it’s your chance to make an impact. It turns nervous buyers into confident homeowners ...
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How fluctuating mortgage rates are impacting new and small inspection shops
Mortgage rates have been bouncing like a pinball, and the effects are rippling through the home inspection industry. For new and small inspection shops, this ...
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Inspector Flagging: Simplify, streamline, succeed
Running a home inspection business is no small feat – keeping your team organized and your inspections running like clockwork takes some serious juggling. Enter ...
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Build a better business with The Ride Along
Running an inspection is no small feat, but Harmony Brown, founder of Greenworks Inspections and keynote speaker at Inspection Fuel, has mastered the art. On ...
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Transforming inspections: Kal Patel’s insights on The Ride Along
Running a home inspection business isn’t just about delivering reports – it’s about creating experiences that clients remember. In this episode of The Ride Along, ...
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Houston home inspectors redefining content creation on The Ride Along
Turning inspections into must-watch content might sound challenging, but Matt Brading and Chris Murphy prove it can be done and done effectively. In the latest ...
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Healthy competition: A game changer for small inspection shops
When it comes to the home inspection business, competition shouldn’t be feared. In fact, it’s something to leverage. In this episode of The Ride Along, ...
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Webinar recap: Palmtech’s 2024 wins and what’s next in 2025
2024 was a milestone year for Palmtech, and the momentum isn’t slowing down. If you missed our recent webinar, now’s your chance to catch up ...
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Lessons for small inspection shops from a 700,000 sq ft project
Inspections don’t get much bigger than this one – 700,000 sq ft of property waiting to be inspected. While most solo inspectors probably won’t find ...
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What a 700,000 sq ft inspection can teach small inspection shops
Commercial inspections may be bigger, but the lessons are universal. In this episode of The Ride Along, founder of Greenworks Inspections, Harmony Brown, and her ...
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Meet Palmtech’s new AI comment helper: smarter, faster and more fun report writing!
We’re always looking for ways to make your job simpler, and our latest feature is here to do just that! Introducing Palmtech’s AI Comment Helper ...
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How to train to be a home inspector: A step-by-step guide
Becoming a home inspector is an exciting journey that blends hands-on experience with a commitment to learning. But where should you start? From essential coursework ...
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Tools of the trade: Essential home inspector equipment
Starting out as a home inspector can be both exciting and daunting, especially when it comes to choosing the right tools for the job. But ...
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Join Palmtech’s year-end webinar for the ultimate 2024 recap and 2025 sneak peek!
2024 was Palmtech’s biggest year yet, packed with new features and improvements designed to make your inspections faster and easier – and we’re just getting ...
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Catch the latest The Ride Along Episode: Why new inspectors should market directly to buyers!
The Ride Along is back, and this episode spills the tea on why solo and new inspectors need to ditch the old playbook. The days ...
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Boost your new inspection business by mastering the phone game
As a new inspector, your phone is more than just a tool – it’s your secret weapon. Every call could be a potential client, so ...
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Marketing tips for new inspectors – grow your biz like a pro!
Just launched your solo home inspection biz and feeling like it’s you vs. the world? Don’t worry – we’ve got your back. In the latest ...
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Expand your inspection services (and your wallet) with these niche inspections
So, you’re a new inspector. You’ve mastered the basics, walked through your share of homes, and can spot a leaky faucet from a mile away. ...
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10 tips for new inspectors to write killer, media-rich inspection reports
As a home inspector, your inspection report is your mic-drop moment. It’s the grand finale where you show off your expertise and give clients and ...
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Tips and tricks to market your inspection business without breaking the bank
Starting your home inspection business doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. In fact, you can grow your business with some savvy, budget-friendly ...
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Batter up! Step into the cages at Inspection Fuel ’24!
Just in case you haven’t heard, we’ll be hosting an evening of fun at Top Golf Dallas at Inspection Fuel this November. You might then ...
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Growing your home inspection business – 5 things you need to know, Part 2
If you want to make it in the home inspection business, willpower, effort and determination go a long way. Skill, training, and industry know-how are ...
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Growing your home inspection business – 5 things you need to know, Part 1
When it comes to building a home inspection business from the ground up, Harmony Brown of Texas-based Greenworks Inspections has seen and done it all. ...
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Want to be a home inspector? You might need a license!
If you’re reading this guide, you’re either thinking about becoming a home inspector or in the beginning stages of learning what it takes to succeed ...
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Look how quick and easy it is to customize inspection templates in Palmtech!
If there’s an unsung hero in the Palmtech platform, it just might be templates and the template library. Templates are life savers out in the ...
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Inspector Success Team launched to take customer experience to next level
Hello, Palmtech customers, For those who don’t know me or might have only met me briefly at an inspection trade show, I wanted to take ...
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Free up time for more inspections! Learn how to send automated agreements in Palmtech!
As a relative newcomer to the industry, there’s a lot to learn about performing inspections but also managing your business. It’s important to take advantage ...
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How inspectors can use Palmtech’s Request List to stand out (any why clients love it)
There’s always something to find during an inspection. For each finding, wouldn’t it be great if clients and agents could build a customized list of ...
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There’s a BIG surprise in the basement of this $2.5M, 9-bedroom B&B
We’ve seen some pretty unique and crazy things in The Ride Along’s history shadowing inspectors nationwide. Today’s episode might just take the cake as we ...
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Inspection report photos and videos just got super easy to manage in Palmtech
Writing comprehensive, high-quality reports is one of the best ways for new and solo inspectors to stand out from their competition. A big part of ...
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Want higher client satisfaction? Send interactive inspection reports, not PDFs
For many inspectors, sending PDF reports has been the tried-and-true method because it’s familiar and ‘the way it’s always been done.’ It’s not the only ...
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Webinar Recap: Founder Will Singer details everything new and cool in Palmtech
New and solo inspectors need robust, reliable tools to manage their inspection businesses. That’s not new, but what is new is everything in Palmtech Complete! Whether ...
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The Ride Along: Get the skinny on new (and upcoming) Palmtech updates
Palmtech has evolved quite a bit since we initially launched 25 years ago to what you now know as Palmtech Complete. From the very ...
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Enabling payments in Palmtech is fast and easy! Here’s how to do it!
We know it’s tough for new and solo inspectors in the field – there are endless tasks to manage in your day-to-day business operations, but ...
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This house of horrors will leave you scarred for life!
For new and solo inspectors looking to hone their craft, we’ve found the perfect place for you! In the latest episode of The Ride ...
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You’ll love these updates to Palmtech’s image editing tool
Nothing tells the story of a house better than the photos you take for clients, and Palmtech’s image capture tool is your best friend here. ...
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Score a Hole-In-One at Inspection Fuel 2024!
Who’s ready for Inspection Fuel 2024? If you’re not familiar with the event, it’s our annual trade show where we gather hundreds of home inspectors ...
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Palmtech users: Gain a competitive advantage with WolfPack Advising
As a new or solo inspector in the industry, what are you most focused on? The obvious answer might be appointments because that directly relates ...
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Device availability: Every iOS, Android, and PC for Palmtech users
A question we get asked a lot from Palmtech users is, “What mobile device or tablet is best for me to run the software?’ It’s ...
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Origin story: Meet the founding family of the home inspection industry
As a new inspector or solo shop, you likely have a unique entry point into the business, but do you know how the industry ...
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Did you know? Palmtech has the Florida Wind Mitigation & Citizens 4-Point Inspection templates!
In the course of a day, you could be inspecting any age and style of home. Everything from new construction to remodel to mobile home. ...
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Big news! Palmtech users can now offer warranties!
Interested in hearing about one of the best ways to win more business from the competition? A lower price often does the trick, but there’s ...
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