TOPIC: Working my *** off but not making any $$$$$$

Only problem with voice recorders (and I've heard quite a few inspectors say this) is that guys can only use it when the agents or sellers aren't at the inspection site. If they are, they run over every time a problem is verbalized to debate it. Works fine if it's just the seller though.

Only problem with voice recorders (and I've heard quite a few inspectors say this) is that guys can only use it when the agents or sellers aren't at the inspection site. If they are, they run over every time a problem is verbalized to debate it. Works fine if it's just the seller though.

True Dom, I had this problem at first, then I got smart. This is now part of my "routine" at the beginning of every inspection. I tell them how I use it and that not everything I say is a huge deal and most of the things I just need for verification. I tell them I am not there to work a deal for them but to make sure the home is safe and in good working order, but I do welcome questions, just please hold them until the end.

John, for the camera, I have a binocular harness that goes over my shoulders and around my chest, that way the camera is there but I don't have to hold onto it the whole time. Everything else goes in the bucket boss and is there if I need it.

That's not a bad idea.  I have started using a tool belt and keep one pocket for the camera and recorder when I have to put them down.  But that doesn't fix the problem that my hands are always full and I have to fumble around the whole time with the camera and recorder and other tools.

I thought about getting a mic and turning on the voice activation feature for the recorder but then realized if I did that I would record all the conversations that go on during the inspection.  Which brings up another time killer.  Having to carry on constant conversations with people.  I dont mind talking, but I have to get my job done too.

Yeah you definitely don't want to be recording unneccessary conversation. It comes with thime, and gets easier.

If you tell people they are being recorded they may shut up!

If you tell people they are being recorded they may shut up!

Very true, may keep a few realtors or nit picky clients piped down hey Jay?