x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast

Brought to you from Ohio based home inspection company of Habitation Investigation. Information helpful to agents and buyers. Conversations with professionals and entrepreneurs regarding their stories and what makes their companies and themselves stand out and gain competitive advantages. Listen to stories from Ohio real estate agents and related businesses to help you know how to improve and who to consider using for yourself or friends. Created by the owners of a highly rated home inspection

business investing

All Episodes

21:17

The Great Buyer Pushback: How Market Dynamics Are...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/08/04

Send us a text The real estate market is experiencing a significant shift with 71% of active agents making no sales in the last 18 months, creating both challenges and opportunities for those who can adapt to changing conditions. • 71% of active real estate agents have made zero sales in the past 18 months • The "Great Pushback" shows buyers refusing to pay inflated prices for homes • National Association of Realtors has lost approximately 440,000 members (25% of total) • Freddie Mac and Fan...

en

17:36

Mold Nightmares in New Construction

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/07/29

Send us a text Imagine you've just paid a deposit on your dream home—a brand new construction that should be perfect in every way. Now imagine the horror of discovering "mold curtains" hanging like Spanish moss in your basement before you've even moved in. This nightmarish scenario is exactly what happened to recent clients who reached out to Environmental Consultants of Ohio. In this eye-opening conversation, Jim and Laura pull back the curtain on the shocking reality that new doesn't alway...

en

21:12

Would $800 Have Saved $323,000?

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/07/22

Send us a text A seemingly perfect house becomes a nightmare in this jaw-dropping story of buyer's remorse that serves as a powerful warning for anyone considering waiving home inspections. We examine a case where homeowners discovered their recently purchased property contained extensive black mold, structural damage, and numerous hidden issues that emerged shortly after moving in. Louisville couple sues over house they bought in Alliance This tale has all the elements of a real estate horr...

en

14:02

Digging Deeper: What Every Rural Property Buyer Needs...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/07/15

Send us a text Ever wondered who actually owns what's beneath your feet? In our latest episode, we dive into the world of mineral rights - a concept that can dramatically impact rural property owners but is often misunderstood or overlooked during the buying process. When we purchased our land about four years ago, understanding mineral rights became critically important. We share our personal journey and explain exactly what these rights entail - essentially determining who has legal access...

en

16:55

Country Living: The Hidden Costs & Savings

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/07/11

Send us a text The rural exodus is real. As more families flee city living for country tranquility, they're encountering unfamiliar territory: well water and septic systems. This candid conversation tackles everything you need to know about the financial realities of rural utilities. We dive deep into the numbers that matter. That initial sticker shock of $5,000-$10,000 for well drilling and another $3,000-$12,000 for septic installation might seem daunting, but the long-term math tells a di...

en

15:55

Why Your House Needs Check-ups More Than Your Car Does

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/06/30

Send us a text Home maintenance inspections are crucial for catching small problems before they become expensive disasters, just like regular car maintenance prevents breakdowns despite houses having far more components than vehicles. • Regular maintenance inspections recommended every 2-3 years, coinciding with EPA's radon testing recommendations • New houses aren't immune to problems—our 10-month-old home already needed bathroom fan replacement and furnace repairs • Women typically have 30...

en

12:30

From Clueless to Closing: How Agents Should Guide...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Send us a text The real estate transaction process breaks down when agents fail to prepare their clients properly, especially regarding inspection expectations and appropriate repair requests. • Frustration with agents who don't explain inspection processes to clients, especially those from different cultures • Language barriers require extra effort from agents to ensure understanding of complex real estate procedures • First-time or international buyers need clear guidance about what repair...

en

15:26

Inspection Waiving Regrets: The Hidden Costs of...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/06/09

Send us a text Skipping home inspections might seem like a smart move to strengthen your offer in a competitive market, but this short-sighted decision frequently returns to haunt homeowners years later. Jim and Laura dive deep into the concerning trend of inspection waivers and the painful consequences many homeowners now face when trying to sell properties they purchased without proper due diligence. Through shocking real-life examples, they reveal how seemingly minor oversights transform ...

en

16:31

Inspect Before You Lease

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/06/03

Send us a text Jim and Laura discuss the critical importance of property inspections even for leased commercial spaces, highlighting a case study of a children's workout facility with dangerous mold conditions. • Laura conducted air quality testing at a commercial property where children worked out and found dangerous mold levels • The landlord initially resisted reviewing the inspection report but eventually attempted inadequate repairs • Follow-up inspection revealed significant water intr...

en

27:33

Clean Air, Healthy Home

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/05/31

Send us a text Your home should be a sanctuary, but what if the air you're breathing is silently making you sick? In this eye-opening episode, Jim and Laura ("the office goddess") dive deep into the invisible threats lurking in your indoor air and provide practical solutions for creating a healthier home environment. Did you know we spend roughly 90% of our time indoors? That makes the quality of the air we breathe at home critically important. Those mysterious headaches, unexplained fatigue...

en

14:40

When Technology Outpaces Expectations: The Future of...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/05/23

Send us a text Modern radon monitors equipped with cellular connectivity can deliver test results automatically without requiring physical retrieval, creating confusion for those unfamiliar with this technology. We explain how a misunderstanding occurred when a real estate agent assumed we entered a property without permission. • Advanced radon monitors transmit data every 10 minutes via cellular connection • Reports are generated automatically after 48 hours without requiring device pickup ...

en

13:46

Behind the Scenes with Jim and Laura when not working

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Send us a text Jim and Laura from Standing Out in Ohio podcast take a break from real estate topics to share what they do when they're not working their irregular and demanding schedules. They reveal their passion projects and hobbies that help them maintain balance while running their successful Ohio-based business. • Laura has planted over 50 fruit and nut trees including apple, pear, peach, nectarine, and quince varieties • Extensive berry plantings include thornless blackberries that yie...

en

18:03

The Three-Peat: Habitation Investigation Wins Best in...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/05/05

Send us a text Award-winning excellence doesn't happen by accident. After receiving the news that Habitation Investigation had earned the prestigious "Best in the Midwest" award for the third consecutive year, we decided to peel back the curtain and share what makes our home inspection company different from the competition. This episode explores the factors that contribute to our continued success, from our customer-first approach to our ethical business practices. With over 1,700 Google re...

en

15:21

Navigating New Construction: What Every Buyer Should...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/04/21

Send us a text Most homebuyers assume newly constructed homes don't need professional inspections. After all, they're brand new and subject to county inspections, right? This dangerous misconception could cost you thousands down the road. In this revealing discussion, we unpack why even fresh-from-the-builder homes need multiple professional inspections. County inspectors simply don't have the time to thoroughly examine each property—they're meeting minimum code requirements while juggling d...

en

11:40

Squirrel Damage & $20,000 Regrets

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/04/14

Send us a text Nobody wants to shell out $20,000 to repair damage that could have been prevented with a simple home maintenance inspection. Yet, that's exactly what happened to one Ohio couple who discovered their attic had been devastated by squirrels, leaks, and chewed electrical wires – a disaster that began with a small, easily fixable entry point. Throughout this eye-opening episode, Jim and Laura from Habitation Investigation discuss the growing trend of maintenance inspections beyond ...

en

14:43

Decoding Indoor Air Quality: Radon, Mold, and What...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/04/08

Send us a text Indoor air quality affects our health in ways we don't immediately recognize, with radon and mold being the most common but widely misunderstood threats in our homes. Professional testing and proper remediation protocols are essential for addressing these silent dangers that can cause serious health issues over time. • Radon is an odorless, colorless radioactive gas that causes no immediate symptoms but is responsible for 21,000 lung cancer deaths yearly • Long-term exposure t...

en

15:38

The Forgotten Maintenance That Could Save Your Health...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/04/03

Send us a text We investigate a case where a homeowner was feeling ill in specific areas of her home, tracing the problem to hidden moisture issues causing mold growth that had developed since her home purchase two years prior. • Importance of starting with a full home inspection before specialized testing like mold or VOC tests • Disconnected downspouts and sump pump discharge pipes causing water to recirculate back against the foundation • Discovery of rotted wood in kitchen cabinets with ...

en

17:52

Sewer Scope Challenges: What Home Inspectors Can and...

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/03/25

Send us a text Sewer scope inspections can be thwarted by inaccessible clean-outs, requiring plumbers rather than home inspectors to create proper access points. We explore why clean-outs are essential, what prevents inspectors from completing scopes, and who's responsible for ensuring access before home purchases. • Every home should have at least one clean-out, with additional access points every 100 feet for longer sewer lines • Clean-outs can become inaccessible when caps fuse to pipes o...

en

20:16

Data-Driven Real Estate: Targeting Your Ideal Clients

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/03/11

Send us a text Jim dives into the latest National Association of Realtors Profile of Homebuyers and Sellers, revealing critical data points to help real estate professionals target their marketing efforts more effectively. Highlights From the Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers The demographic trends show significant shifts in buyer age and preferences that create new opportunities for agents who understand these changes. • First-time buyer share decreased to 24% of market, lowest since ...

en

11:59

Confronting Hidden Home Hazards

Standing Out in Ohio Podcast ·

2025/03/04

Send us a text Can you imagine living in a home with hidden health hazards lurking in its very foundation? Join me, Jim, and Laura, our office goddess, as we unveil the shocking discoveries from an Ohio home inspection that reveals troubling environmental risks. From the toxic threats of hexavalent chromium and formaldehyde to arsenic and lead contaminations in the soil, we explore the dark side of pressure-treated wood foundations. This episode serves as a stark reminder of why thorough insp...

en

225 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...