AboutRussel Ray Expertise Through home inspections, I provide an education about real estate. I'm one of those rare home inspectors who has been involved in real estate in many different capacities: as a Realtor (in Texas), as a property investor/flipper, as a teacher, and as a marketing expert (for Realtors and home inspectors). I believe that my experience as a Realtor and property investor provides me with a different viewpoint about home inspections in that I work for my Clients, but when there are other people involved in helping my Clients, then I firmly believe in helping them, too. That includes Realtors (both the seller's and the buyer's), repair professionals (e.g., plumbers, electricians, etc.). If I can get all the players (seller, seller's Realtor, buyer, buyer's Realtor, and repair professionals) playing in the same sandbox together to accomplish goals as a TEAM (Together Everyone Accomplishes More), then I believe I have succeeded in my job as a home inspector. My profession is, in my opinion, much more than simply documenting the condition of a property and then take the money and run.
I am also a rare breed in that I don't believe that one inspection fits the needs of all Clients, and I have led the industry in understanding that fact. For example, the goals of a property investor are far different than the goals of someone buying a property to live in. The goals of a seller (a pre-listing inspection) are far different than the goals of a buyer (a pre-purchase inspection). To that end, I offer 14 different types of inspections, e.g., STANDARD, LIST, RENTER, BASIC, MAINTENANCE, SPOT, and more.
I believe in giving the benefit of the doubt to all professionals in whatever industry they represent until they prove me wrong.
Experience Over 42 years in all aspects of real estate--building homes, renovating homes, inspecting homes, Realtor.
Organizations National Association of Certified Home Inspector, Better Business Bureau of San Diego
Education/Credentials Graduate of Texas A&M University; College Station, Texas
Question I am about to purchase a home that the previous owners have mineral rights too. I want to discontinue this on the property. Is this possible and if so, how?
Answer Hey, Peter.
It is possible, but it can be difficult depending on what state you're in. You need a good real estate attorney to help you through the process. Most attorneys will give you a free 30-minute consultation, so take advantage of that. Good luck.
