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Home Inspection Pictures

March 29, 2022

Claims against home inspectors can and do happen. Therefore it is important to protect yourself with proper home inspection pictures. Taking photos is the most direct way of capturing evidence in response to a claim made against your home inspection work. Additionally, you can use these photos in your inspection report as references to point…

What a Home Inspection Business Should Expect in Their First Year Inspecting

February 4, 2022

Home Inspector News

What a Home Inspector Should Expect in Their First Year? Becoming a home inspector is a rewarding and lucrative career – especially for individuals who enjoy being their own boss and working closely with families preparing to buy or sell their home. However, like any other business, the first year can be challenging as you…

Which Home Inspection Certification is Best

January 7, 2022

Home Inspector Information, Home Inspector News

A certified home inspector is a vital part of the home purchasing process for both the buyer and the seller. They ensure a fair sale by highlighting potential defects in a home which helps alleviate unplanned complications down the road. When exploring your options for the best home inspection certification program, it’s important to weigh…

Home Inspections Still Matter: How to Convince Buyers

October 4, 2021

Home Inspector News

Home inspections used to be a given. Buyers and sellers alike considered it a prerequisite to home sale negotiations. COVID-19 changed the rules, and now some buyers are waiving home inspections to make their offers more attractive to sellers as the demand for homes soars. Here are some tips from EliteMGA – a leading provider…

How to Become a Home Inspector?

August 3, 2021

Home Inspector Information, Home Inspector News

Being a home inspector can mean working for a home inspection company or being your own boss. Flexible hours, autonomy, and good pay are all part of the package. But to reap those benefits, you need to have the right skills and qualifications to do the job well. This article will explain more about how…

Commercial Building Inspection Vs Home Inspection – Benefits for Inspectors

May 27, 2021

Home Inspector Information, Home Inspector News

Since many home inspectors do not perform commercial building inspections, adding commercial inspections to your repertoire is a great way to expand your business. But before you get started, you should understand that there are major differences between home and commercial building inspections. Commercial Building Inspections vs. Home Inspections Overview Commercial building inspections are considered…

Key Elements of a Pre-Inspection Agreement For Home Inspectors

November 30, 2020

Home Inspector Information

A home inspection is performed by a home inspector as a result of the sale of a home. This inspection is an assessment of the current condition of a home. Home inspectors are professionally trained to identify issues and risks with a home and may suggest recommendations based on the inspection. A pre-inspection agreement allows…

What Home Inspectors can Expect Post COVID-19 Lockdowns

June 23, 2020

Home Inspector News

Covid-19 has affected many parts of our lives, and it will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. As states slowly start to reopen, there has been a lot of emphases placed on the “new normal” and how that will look for people going forward. As everyone focuses on the economy and a full…

How to Grow Your Home Inspector Business

April 7, 2020

Home Inspector Information

Congrats! You just became your own boss and started down a highly profitable path. But now what? Becoming a professional home inspector sets you on the path for a lucrative career. Once you’ve set up shop and insured against claims that could potentially take a devastating financial toll, it’s time to get proactive about building…

Coverage Options Home Inspectors Should Have

April 26, 2019

Home Inspector Insurance Requirements

Home inspectors have many things to concentrate and report on during the course of an inspection. There are multiple areas of concern which need to be inspected, such as the foundation, the roof, the electrical system, and the plumbing. Depending upon the state and age of the property, there may also be a number of…

Things You Need to Know about Vacant Property Inspections?

April 20, 2019

Home Inspector News

For the most part, properties found on the market are sold by owners who are upgrading, downgrading or moving to another area. These buildings have typically served as a primary residence and sellers took care of them accordingly. Every once in a while, vacant structures can also sneak into the market, whether from a deceased…

Understanding Insurance Limits for Errors and Omissions

March 20, 2019

Home Inspector Insurance Requirements

Insurance is a safety net that can relieve some of the stress of everyday life. Although no one wants to imagine or anticipate an emergency occurring, the reality is that you never know when you will find yourself in a tough situation. As a property inspector, there are often unknown factors you have to contend…

LLCs and Operating Agreements for Home Inspection Businesses

December 11, 2018

Home Inspector Information

A question that often comes up for single member LLC’s is whether or not they need an operating agreement. From the perspective of a litigator with 20-years of experience, yes, you should have a written operating agreement. The reason is to protect you and your individual personal assets, as well as your family’s assets, from…

Employment Contracts for Home Inspectors and Independent Contractors

November 27, 2018

Home Inspector Information

Creating a comprehensive home inspector contract that includes all the necessary information to make sure you are protected can be challenging. Home inspectors are always open to lawsuits despite having an extensive contract. Home inspector insurance can protect you in the unfortunate occurrence that you get sued. EliteMGA offers great home inspector insurance coverage at…

Inspecting a Home Again: What Home Inspectors Should Know

November 7, 2018

Home Inspector Information

What should a home inspector do in a situation where they come to a house and realize they’ve inspected it before and are being asked to inspect it again for a different client? If you find yourself in this situation, EliteMGA can help protect you. EliteMGA offers home inspector insurance including errors and omissions insurance…

Why Choose EliteMGA for Home Inspector Insurance

June 23, 2018

Home Inspector News

Are you a home inspector looking for errors and omissions insurance? EliteMGA offers home inspector insurance coverage that fits your business needs. Whether you’re a sole proprietor or owner of a multi-inspector firm, Elite will manage your risks and protect your hard-earned assets with comprehensive home inspector E&0 and general liability coverage at extremely reasonable…

EliteMGA Announces Strategic Partnership with InterNACHI®

May 2, 2018

Home Inspector News

WAYNE, Penn. (April 30, 2018) EliteMGA LLC and InterNACHI® are pleased to announce their strategic partnership to provide InterNACHI® members an enhanced Professional Liability Insurance solution. InterNACHI® members can apply for coverage nationwide* effective April 27, 2018. Together, EliteMGA and InterNACHI bring together a team of professionals that specialize in the home inspection market. They…

Upcoming InterNACHI ProInspectors Convention

April 11, 2018

Home Inspector News

Ben Garrison and Dave Moncavage from EliteMGA will be attending the 2018 InterNACHI Professional Inspectors Convention Sunday, April 29th to Tuesday, May 1st. As always, we look forward to visiting face to face with long time customers as well as new inspectors. This conference provides a great opportunity for InterNACHI members and the home inspector community…

Why Do You Need UAS Insurance for your Inspector Tools?

June 16, 2017

Home Inspector News

Drone usage is not just a trend in the insurance and telecommunications industries. In August 2016, the FAA approved the usage of drones for commercial use. Often, the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), are used in areas that are difficult or dangerous for people to inspect, such as condemned buildings, new construction, damaged roofs and collapsed…

Why Should You Carry Insurance As A Home Inspector?

May 30, 2017

Home Inspector Insurance Requirements

Carrying Errors and Omissions (E&O) and General Liability (GL) insurance as a home and/or building inspector is important contrary to what some people might tell you. Like any form of insurance, E&O and GL are designed to protect you from unforeseen or unintended circumstances that result in some sort of loss or hardship for others. …

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