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How Jacqueline Gathers Became a Trailblazer in the Home Inspection Industry
Ep. 10 How Jacqueline Gathers Became a Trailblazer in the Home Inspection Industry
Ep. 10 How Jacqueline Gathers Became a Trailblazer in the Home Inspection Industry
Let's welcome one of the trailblazers who has paved the way in the New York home inspection industry!
In this episode of Aid to Assets with Tiffany Watson, meet Jacqueline Gathers, a New York State Licensed Home Inspector and owner of Pillar To Post Home Inspections.
As an African-American woman in a predominantly male industry, Jacqueline faced challenges and misconceptions, but her determination saw her through. She emphasized the importance of being prepared, continuously learning, and understanding the craft of the real estate business.
Don't miss out on this enlightening episode! Tune in and stay tuned for more exciting episodes.
Key Takeaways
Key Takeaways
00:00:00 Aid to Assets Introduction
00:01:48 Get to Know Jacqueline
00:02:51 Starting the Home Inspection Business
00:04:46 Significance of Having a "WHY"
00:07:23 Strengthening Mindset in a New Endeavor
00:09:16 Commitment to Learning and Researching
00:10:46 Impact of Previous Experience on Entrepreneurship
00:14:05 Landlord vs. Property Manager
00:17:35 The Significance of Home Inspection
00:21:57 Main Components to Focus On
00:23:53 Lifespan of Big Ticket Items
00:25:39 Buyer’s Checklist (Maintenance)
00:28:24 Getting an Inspection Early
00:29:03 Don't Waive the Home Inspection
00:30:23 Prioritizing Renovations
00:31:52 Craziest Home Inspection Experience
00:33:33 Call the Experts
00:35:50 Preventive Maintenance
00:38:07 Work and Learn
00:40:37 Vision for the Future
00:41:15 Contact Information
Quotes
Quotes
"Make sure that you study your craft and you understand what you're doing so that you can get people accurate information."(00:10:05)
"So instead of going out buying brand new furniture or car accumulate 6 to 8 months worth of mortgage payment in the bank, live in your home first, study your home before you jump into a renovation project." (00:12:08)
"Whatever you can contract out, you contract out." (00:16:34)
"We cannot grow the business if we are spending all of our time working in the business." (00:16:40)
"The warranty follows the property, not the owner." (00:26:48)
Connect With Jacqueline Gathers
Connect With Jacqueline Gathers
https://jacquelinegathers.pillartopost.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-gathers-ptp/
https://www.instagram.com/jacqulinegathers/?hl=en
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Resources and Links
Resources and Links
First Time Home Buyer’s Checklist from Jacqueline: https://bit.ly/fthbc_a2a
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Let’s Chat About Your Goals!
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Connect With Tiffany 🎙️
Connect With Tiffany 🎙️
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