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REPORT WRITING FOR HOME INSPECTORS

Here's what we'll cover:

This 2-hour seminar offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from a consultant who has served as an expert in more than 800 inspector claims. Gain insider knowledge on the top areas that lead to claims and discover how to avoid common report writing mistakes. Key topics include inspection limitations, essential criteria for inspection reports, common problem areas, and practical strategies for improvement—both in reporting and on-site practices. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned inspector, this course will help you strengthen your risk management skills and elevate the quality of your inspection reports.

  • Earn 2 CE Credits

  • Interactive Q&A Session

  • Certificate Provided

Thursday, Jan 8, 2025

6pm-8pm CT
Online via Zoom

About Webinar

This webinar explores the essentials of report writing for home inspectors, focusing on risk management, common claim areas, and strategies to avoid reporting errors.

Topics include:

  • Examples of failure to transfer information properly

  • Why clients misunderstand defect magnitude and or time urgency

  • Examples of problematic report contents & corrections

  • Choosing your words carefully

  • Site actions to avoid

  • Common inspector lawsuit claims about reports

About the Speaker:

Michael Casey

Michael Casey, ACI, MCI, Principal of Michael Casey & Associates, is a nationally recognized inspection expert with nearly five decades of experience. He has performed over 10,000 inspections, served as National President of ASHI, and been retained as an expert witness in more than 1,000 litigation cases. Michael is also the co-author of the best-selling Code Check series, with over one million copies sold worldwide, and a highly sought-after educator and speaker at inspection conferences across North America.

  • Performed 10,000+ residential, multi-unit, and commercial inspections nationwide since 1986

  • Past National President of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)

  • Past State President of the California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA)

  • Retained as an expert witness/consultant in 1,000+ litigation cases involving inspector liability and construction defects

  • Co-author of the Code Check series (over 1 million copies sold internationally)

  • Director of Education at Home Inspection University and co-founder of The ASHI School

  • Frequent national speaker, instructor, and author featured in Popular Mechanics, The Journal of Light Construction, and industry journals

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