On this episode of Franchise Interviews, we're meeting with 1st Inspection Services. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur with the energy and the drive to make a positive impact, this is one you won't want to miss. 1st Inspection Services is establishing itself as a national leader in the home inspection industry, and through their franchise program, they're giving folks the opportunity to own and operate a business right in their own community. Joining us to discuss this exciting opportunity are Kal Patel and Craig Auberger.

Hey everyone, and welcome to a power-packed episode! This is Franchise Interviews Meets Global Franchise Opportunities, and I'm your host, Marty McDermott, President of Franchise Interviews. For the last decade, we've been bringing you the real stories—asking the 'frantrepreneurs' the question, 'Who owns one?' Today, we've landed a huge guest: Bill Redfern, the mastermind behind Global Franchise Opportunities and international brands like iCare - Intelligent Home Care Solutions. We're talking big business and global scale! Stick around, because in Part 2, Bill is going to reveal the absolute essential things you must know before you sign a franchise agreement! Let's get started.

We're here today with Greg Haskett from HomeTeam Inspection Service, and what they're doing is really interesting. They're changing the game in the home inspection world. While having a buyer's inspection has become standard practice—and honestly, the number of inspections is just soaring, close to 9 out of 10 homes are inspected—HomeTeam is focusing on the seller. They specialize in the pre-sale inspection. Why is this so smart? We all know that moment when a buyer's inspection turns up a big issue, and the entire transaction falls apart. It's frustrating for everyone. HomeTeam's model lets the seller fix those issues or adjust the price before the listing even goes live. It removes that potential bomb from the transaction! Combine this smart strategy with the fact that inspections are often required for financing now, and it's clear: the HomeTeam franchise opportunity is incredibly strong.

What does it take to lead the #1 home inspection franchise in North America? In this episode, we sit down with Charles Furlough, President and CEO of Pillar To Post. With several hundred locations across the continent, Charles is on a mission to ensure every homeownership story begins with a thorough, professional assessment.

What we cover in this episode:

Then vs. Now: How decades of tech advancements have revolutionized the way we look at homes.

Leading Through Change: Charles shares his "innovation-first" philosophy for managing a massive brand through shifting markets.

Recession-Proofing: Strategies for maintaining resilience and finding "hidden" opportunities during tough economic cycles.

Empowering Franchisees: The secret sauce behind building a supportive culture that helps hundreds of business owners thrive.