HomeTeam Inspection Service

<a href="https://1851franchise.com/hometeaminspectionservice/info">HomeTeam Inspection Service</a>, the home inspection concept that leverages a team-based model to provide thorough, knowledgeable property inspections, done quicker and more efficiently. Home Team has established itself as a respected inspection company in markets nationwide.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-whitbeck-6aaa5510/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=how-hometeam-and-remax-properties-partner-to-shine-in-the-colorado-springs-market-2723818" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Scott Whitbeck</a>, the owner of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hometeamfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=how-hometeam-and-remax-properties-partner-to-shine-in-the-colorado-springs-market-2723818" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">HomeTeam Inspection Service</a> of Colorado Springs, is a prime example of how the brand’s owners and inspectors play into the overall brand recognition and reputation.Through partnerships with local real estate agents, HomeTeam owners build connections that grow their own networks while supporting agents and their clients through the purchasing process with the help of professional inspections.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryemerson/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=how-hometeam-and-remax-properties-partner-to-shine-in-the-colorado-springs-market-2723818" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Larry Emerson</a>, a local real estate agent with RE/MAX Properties, connected with Whitbeck for this very purpose over a decade ago, and the two quickly began to build a professional relationship.“Scott and I met in a group called BNI (Business Network International); which is&nbsp; a business networking and business referral organization,” said Emerson. “The group gets together once a week and networks with one another. You’ll have a handyman in there, someone with a cleaning business, insurance salesperson and usually a real estate agent, and we like to get a home inspector. Scott got into our group, we learned about his business, then we ended up going to get coffee one day to talk about how we could benefit each other and help each other be successful.&nbsp;During this interaction, Emerson shared his insight in terms of what he looks for in a home inspector, his expectations, and how to stand out as a professional Home Inspector.With over 30 years as an agent, he had more than enough experience to know what would and wouldn’t work well for an inspector looking to connect with real estate professionals.“I gave him my two cents, he took that to heart and he has become very successful,” added Emerson. “Scott owns&nbsp; the #1 inspection company in Colorado Springs.”“We’ve been working together ever since we met in BNI and have done several hundred home inspections together,” said Whitbeck. “Our partnership is great because it gives the client a real sense of the condition of the home. Once we’re done, there’s pretty much no doubt about the true condition of the home, and that increases their confidence in going further with the transaction.”<h3>Emerson and Whitbeck Leverage Their Respective Areas of Expertise for a Well-Rounded Client Experience</h3>In addition to their current professional qualifications, both men bring a wealth of knowledge and curiosity to their roles. Emerson explained that the excitement to continue to pursue professional development and further education, even though all mandatory trainings and credentials have been completed, is the mark of someone he’s interested in doing business with.“To be good at the job, you have to stay up to date on all of the information. The classes, the seminars… anything you can,” explained Emerson. “If a class comes up on radon, you take it. Electrical Code changes, take the class! You want to be the best in the industry. Taking seminars, podcasts and classes first shows that you’re a leader and that you’re passionate about your business. Scott is very good about that.”Similarly, Whitbeck explained that Emerson’s expertise and willingness to step up to the plate where appropriate is incredibly helpful.“Larry always attends the inspection whereas a lot of agents do not,” said Whitbeck. “With all of his experience in real estate and construction, he can pretty much tell whether a home will be a good one or not. He will tell me ahead of time, ‘I did see this issue’ or ‘The seller disclosed this issue’ to try to make the process as easy as possible, but while I’m doing the actual inspection, he takes a step back and lets me do my work.”<h3>The Pair’s Partnership Continues To Grow</h3>“I have a lot of experience with home inspectors — good and bad,” said Emerson. “Scott and I have formed a partnership. Since I work for my buyer, I have to give them options when we get to the inspection stage. I give them two or three options, but I always personally recommend Scott, and they almost always go with Scott.”Emerson continued to say that he feels confident recommending Whitbeck as an inspector due to his commitment to continuous learning, positive affect with clients and willingness to refer a client to another expert for additional insight when necessary.“Because we’ve worked together for 18 years, we’ve built a strong relationship and trust so deep that we really do rely on each other a lot,” said Whitbeck. “We also support each other if there’s an event that needs sponsoring or something outside of the inspection relationship. We’re quick to help each other that way, even on a personal level. It’s been a great relationship.”For more information about HomeTeam Inspection Service, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hometeam.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=how-hometeam-and-remax-properties-partner-to-shine-in-the-colorado-springs-market-2723818" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://www.hometeam.com</a>.

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For years, homeownership has felt out of reach for many buyers, with the average age of first-time homebuyers getting older each year. Lately, though, the market has started to shift as builders and buyers adjust to new conditions.As rents continue to rise, people are finding themselves at a crossroads, realizing it may be more affordable to buy than rent. And while the barriers to entry for purchasing an existing home remain high, builders are stepping in with more aggressive tactics to decrease hurdles and move inventory. So, while there isn’t a traditional buyer boom going on, there’s a strategic opening created by builder incentives.“Building a home is more incentivized than it’s been in a long time, and that’s going to cause an influx of buyers, first-time and otherwise, building homes rather than buying existing ones,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cook-a2810b8b">Matt Cook</a>, Director of Operations at&nbsp;<a href="http://hometeamfranchise.com">HomeTeam Inspection Service</a>. “For&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/hometeaminspectionservice/info">HomeTeam</a> franchise owners, this presents a unique opportunity. Even new homes need inspections, and HomeTeam owners have an opportunity to drive business by completing inspections both before the buyers take the keys and at the 11-month mark to provide a thorough report before the warranty expires.”&nbsp;<h2>The Incentive-Driven Shift</h2>The median age of first-time homebuyers is increasing, but the market isn’t stalled. Rather, the new market core is defined by steadily dropping interest rates and remarkable new home build incentives.“If people see that renting is not valuable to them anymore, they’re going to buy a home. And generally, when this wave happens, you’re going to have buyer credits,” Cook said. “We need to build homes faster, and the more we can build and the cheaper they are to build, the more attractive the market is, and the faster our housing booms. Offering buyer incentives is one of the key ways to do this.”Major national builders are utilizing their own financing arms to offer mortgage rates much lower than the national standard, and many are offering “flex cash,” upgrade credit and closing cost assistance to excite buyers and move-in-ready inventory.“These can make a major difference in the value of the home for the buyer,” he said. “These credits are things like, instead of spending $7,500 on a stone fireplace, the builder will give you $15,000 in flex cash to choose any upgrades you want throughout the home. Or, when I built a home in 2015, the incentive was a free deck or finished basement.”For current renters already considering taking the leap to homeownership, incentives like these that can represent tens of thousands of dollars in value are just the push they need.<h2>Supply and the Inspection Gap</h2>The appeal of these incentives is backed up by the data. In early 2010, construction began on about&nbsp;<a href="https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/HOUST">600,000</a> new privately owned homes. In early 2025, that number was around 1.5 million.This rise in supply is essential to long-term housing availability and affordability, but in the short term, it can come at a cost.&nbsp;“The reality is, as homes are built faster, the quality is at risk because of the rush to complete the project and move on to the next,” Cook said. “There have also been changes in the kind of building materials used. These factors only reinforce a truth qualified inspectors have known for decades: Just because it’s a new home doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get a home inspection. Having an inspector check it before you take over the keys is critical.”There are structural deficiencies that home inspectors can identify prior to closing to ensure a new-build home is up to standard, and there’s also an opportunity to bring an inspector in again around the 11-month mark.“Most new builds will come with a one-year warranty,” Cook said. “Buyers should still get an inspection before closing, but another inspection after living in the home for 11 months is a smart idea. The inspector can again go through the home and identify anything that needs to be resolved, helping buyers make the most of their investments.”<h2>Building Momentum for Franchise Owners</h2>New construction is creating more inspection touchpoints, and that translates into steady demand for HomeTeam owners. Pre-closing inspections, 11-month warranty checkups and routine home health visits can keep schedules full and revenue consistent.Central to this growth opportunity is HomeTeam’s education-first, non-alarmist approach to home inspections and reporting. Rather than causing panic over findings or reporting on whether a home is “good” or “bad,” HomeTeam inspectors empower clients with knowledge and support them in making an informed decision. This builds trust and lays a foundation for a long-term client relationship.For prospective franchise owners, 2026 is a prime time to join the system. With AI-enhanced reporting, new marketing strategies and a changing real estate market, Cook says the team is preparing for “parabolic” growth in the coming years.To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/hometeaminspectionservice">https://1851franchise.com/hometeaminspectionservice.</a>&nbsp;

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