homewhisperer

I agree, I am much better with computers. My family has no background in the trades or blue collar work (they are occupational therapists). I intended for home inspection to be more of a side job rather than a main gig. I don't even foresee myself being in the U.S. for long, so I am sure it would make no sense. I already put around $2,000+ into this, so I just wanted to complete the process and get my monies worth. I may someday pursue architecture, so I figured continuing this would also help as a good basis or foundation. Theory is good, but as with academia if you have all theory (book knowledge) and no real application or practical knowledge, you will not succeed. I will take your advice Mr. Katen, just cut my losses and continue on with computers as that is what I know and have known since age 10-11. I started this back in 2018 and would have finished it by now if I really wanted it or had knowledge in this area. Thank You, David

Hello my name is David, I am 21 years of age. I had originally started the pre-licensing requirements to become a home inspector back in 2018. I took the exam late last November and did not pass. I however have gotten around to wanting to study and pass the exam this second time around. I thought about giving up, but I have put too much money into this to not continue on. I have no experience in blue collar work or any type of industrious background. I understand that many people in this profession have had a head-start with some type of involvement in construction and trade. I have contacted a few home inspectors to potential 'shadow' but they have not got back to me. It seems as if many folks have a bad mentality of viewing the person who wants to 'shadow' them as some form of competition. Anyways, I have the 'Principles of Home Inspection: Systems & Standards 3rd Edition' book by Carson and Dunlop. I also have 'The Complete Guide to Home Inspection' book and the not as helpful '8th Edition Code Check'. Last but not least, I have the 'NHIE "Study Guide"' from 2015 (I believe there is a more recent and more expensive version out there). I did at one time have a course from CompuCram, I can always purchase an extension again. How can I be sure to pass this exam on the second take? Any bits of advice and tips/tricks are much appreciated. Thank you, David.