Times Are Tough And Some Are Leaving

[hausdok]

Hi All,

I participate on a few other discussion boards besides TIJ and yesterday I saw a post that I feel is kind of emblematic of what's going on in the profession right now. I think it's some food for thought and I've got the poster's permission to re-post it here. I've removed identifying information from it.

ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!!

Mike

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Gentlemen and Ladies,

After the cost of continuing education, state license fees and insurance & corporation accounting fees I have netted just $180 during this calender year. I love doing inspections; but financially this endeavor is not viable; and the future looks doubtful. As of November 30th, my license will expire.

I would formally like to thank everyone who responded to any of my posts on this forum; they were ALL helpful to me! A special thanks to those of you who e-mailed me off-list with additional insights. All of you helped mentor me into the business.

I truly wish you all the best of luck with one less competitor.

[Chad Fabry]

I like graceful people.

[Bain]

Maybe the guy should check with Hank Paulson to see if a bail-out package is available.

[Les]

Like Chad F, I like graceful people. I also like smart folks and those that have participated in this business with intelligence and ethics.

[Erby]

Went to the state home inspector board meeting today. Another eleven of the 400 failed to renew this month.

Since licensing started a couple of years ago they've issued about 480 licenses.

Only about 380 are active now.