Tough Economic Times - Laser Focus Required

[Steven S. Ramos]

Not a minute to spare is my motto these days. Every investment I make of my time is more critical now than it ever has been in the last 7 years for my home inspection business. Every deal counts - even the small ones. That is why it is so important to remain focused on profit generating activities. The last thing you want to do is bog yourself down with administrative tasks that are necessary but not profit generating. Your report writing software is just that - a necessary administrative tool to complete a necessary administrative task. When choosing a software report writing tool I look for several features: (1) it must generate an easy to read and visually appealing report format (2) does it allow me to complete my report in the most efficient manner (3) does it help me to be accurate and precise. Of course, there are a lot of programs that can meet these requirements and I own several different pieces of software and have tried even more of them but for my money when I am doing a general home inspection for real estate purposes the fastest most accurate way for me to get from the observations and photo taking to the report delivery is with eInspections. I know it is not the most popular software out there and it certainly hasn't been around the longest and it doesn't have the most features. It does have the most essential features, it does generate a beautiful and easy to read report that my Realtor clients prefer (they specifically request this format) and it helps me complete the report in the shortest amount of time allowing me to get back to finding my next inspection job or planning how I am going to expand my business - you know - it helps keep me focus on profit generating activities.

I encourage you to check it out at www.einspections.net or www.inspectionsupport.net

[Michael Roberson]

Steve, Nice of you to Drop by.

[Jeff Knight]

Steve,
Didn't you say the same thing about HomeGauge a while back and then after that about 3D ?

http://www.envirovue.com/newsletters...jul07hitrs.htm

Jeff Knight

[Larry D. Kage]

Originally Posted by Jeff Knight

Steve,
Didn't you say the same thing about HomeGauge a while back and then after that about 3D ?

http://www.envirovue.com/newsletters...jul07hitrs.htm

Jeff Knight

Tough Economic Times

[James E. Braun, CMI]

Wasn't Steve on that House Detective show? Sad, very indeed.

[Steven S. Ramos]

It is a very sad day indeed when some inspectors have so much time on their hands that they have to criticize someone for something. Yes, I have said good things about other software producers and my recent comments do not take anything away from their accomplishments. My point is that eInspections is joining the party. They have a fine product. For those inspectors that are truly interested please visit their website at www.einspections.net

For those of you that care to share you opinion about me just call me at 7073226445. I would love to talk with you personally rather than trade childish snipes on a message board. Please don't waste the time of the inspectors that use this board to gather information that is useful and helpful. I, for one, have found many good products and services on this board based upon other inspectors recommendations. These products and services have helped me immensely in serving my customers.

[Linas I. Dapkus]

Thanks for the recommendation (product endorsement) Steve. My software (Home Guage)works fine for half the price. The other $35 will be spent with a laser focus on marketing. Sorry I can't sit around and B.S. (Bash Steve) my marketing has paid off (thanks Dom) with the top 2 generic listings in a large market area.

[Kevin A. Richardson]

If someone is using a quality product, it's just human nature to share that information with others. This MB will never change! If you don't have anything productive to contribute to the discussion, then why bother.

Steve is one of the "Best" HI's in the country. Yes, I said the country!

As far as eInspections and the ISN, it is simply the best "all around" inspection, scheduling and marketing package available. Period.

There are many software packages to choose from, and most of us have our personal favorites. I have used InspectVue, Home Gauge, and now eInspections. All are great products.

Try not to shoot the messenger If it's not your cup of tea, then move on to another thread.......

Kevin

[James H. Bushart]

Originally Posted by sramos

It is a very sad day indeed when some inspectors have so much time on their hands that they have to criticize someone for something. Yes, I have said good things about other software producers and my recent comments do not take anything away from their accomplishments. My point is that eInspections is joining the party. They have a fine product. For those inspectors that are truly interested please visit their website at www.einspections.net

For those of you that care to share you opinion about me just call me at 7073226445. I would love to talk with you personally rather than trade childish snipes on a message board. Please don't waste the time of the inspectors that use this board to gather information that is useful and helpful. I, for one, have found many good products and services on this board based upon other inspectors recommendations. These products and services have helped me immensely in serving my customers.

Are you being compensated for this endorsement as you were for the others?

[relliott]

Originally Posted by sramos

Not a minute to spare is my motto these days. Every investment I make of my time is more critical now than it ever has been in the last 7 years for my home inspection business. Every deal counts - even the small ones. That is why it is so important to remain focused on profit generating activities. The last thing you want to do is bog yourself down with administrative tasks that are necessary but not profit generating. Your report writing software is just that - a necessary administrative tool to complete a necessary administrative task. When choosing a software report writing tool I look for several features: (1) it must generate an easy to read and visually appealing report format (2) does it allow me to complete my report in the most efficient manner (3) does it help me to be accurate and precise. Of course, there are a lot of programs that can meet these requirements and I own several different pieces of software and have tried even more of them but for my money when I am doing a general home inspection for real estate purposes the fastest most accurate way for me to get from the observations and photo taking to the report delivery is with eInspections. I know it is not the most popular software out there and it certainly hasn't been around the longest and it doesn't have the most features. It does have the most essential features, it does generate a beautiful and easy to read report that my Realtor clients prefer (they specifically request this format) and it helps me complete the report in the shortest amount of time allowing me to get back to finding my next inspection job or planning how I am going to expand my business - you know - it helps keep me focus on profit generating activities.

I encourage you to check it out at www.einspections.net or www.inspectionsupport.net

Are you a Home Inspector? as after the above comments I visited your site and it appears to be a school rather than a Home Inspection site.

I did not see any links to a report sample that use this unheard of software.

[Linas I. Dapkus]

Originally Posted by krichardson

If someone is using a quality product, it's just human nature to share that information with others. This MB will never change! If you don't have anything productive to contribute to the discussion, then why bother.

Steve is one of the "Best" HI's in the country. Yes, I said the country!

As far as eInspections and the ISN, it is simply the best "all around" inspection, scheduling and marketing package available. Period.

There are many software packages to choose from, and most of us have our personal favorites. I have used InspectVue, Home Gauge, and now eInspections. All are great products.

Try not to shoot the messenger If it's not your cup of tea, then move on to another thread.......

Kevin

Thanks for the kind advice Kevin. I guess this isn't my cup of tea. The best HI in the country?? Quit sucking up to the vendors Kevin. Are you still star struck??. I thought Holmes was the best home inspector in North America.

[relliott]

How does one determine whom is the best?

$$$$$$$$$

Knowledge

How many Agents one knows

Awards

Report

Client testimonials

Because Condo Bob said so ?

Length of time in business

[Kevin A. Richardson]

Originally Posted by ldapkus

Thanks for the kind advice Kevin. I guess this isn't my cup of tea. The best HI in the country?? Quit sucking up to the vendors Kevin. Are you still star struck??. I thought Holmes was the best home inspector in North America.

It isn't your cup of tea, yet you felt the need to respond in a condescending and sarcastic manner.

I wish you all the best.

Kevin

[Dominic J. Maricic]

Originally Posted by ldapkus

Thanks for the recommendation (product endorsement) Steve. My software (Home Guage)works fine for half the price. The other $35 will be spent with a laser focus on marketing. Sorry I can't sit around and B.S. (Bash Steve) my marketing has paid off (thanks Dom) with the top 2 generic listings in a large market area.

You have the top FOUR when I look from here. Bob, you better get to it. I told you that you needed to work on your link exchanges!

[Michael Roberson]

Thanks Steve for sharing your thoughts. You obviously believe in this product, and that speaks volumes. I'm glad you are personally invested in the best interest of your clients.

I like the video on your website, In the process of adding video to mine, Can I post that Video on my website? I would appreciate it.