Listen to Our Roadmap to Homeownership — Built for Veterans & First-Time Buyers

Replay anytime. Texas buyer road map, timelines, learn about VA loan entitlement, VA Loan info (0% down, no PMI) inspections vs. appraisals, hiring a home inspector, and smart financing strategies work in the real world — so you can go from dreaming to keys with confidence.

🎯 Seminar Objectives

• Demystify the Texas home-buying process from consultation → closing
• Empower first-time buyers to make confident financial and property decisions
• Review the full Texas Home Buyer Roadmap step-by-step
• Provide tools, lender insight, and real-life examples to prepare attendees for success

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Hosted by: Keith D. Campbell, REALTOR®, MRP, CMR®, CMRS & Former Licensed Professional Inspector #10107 -  Presented by: Keith & Sheila Realty Group | LPT Realty

YouTube video link of Podcast - https://youtu.be/PYe6z5k3DI8?si=4Jyr-5K8XAmTXiVF

🏠 Buying a home is one of the biggest investments of your life — and a good home inspection can protect you from thousands in hidden costs.
In this episode, The Inspecting Realtor, Keith Campbell, shares the 10 questions every buyer should ask before hiring a home inspector, based on over 13 years of professional inspection experience and 4,000+ homes reviewed across Texas.

Learn how to choose the right inspector, understand their report, and avoid costly mistakes that too many buyers make.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Why Inspections Matter
 02:15 – Types of Inspectors in Texas
 04:45 – What an Inspection Covers
 07:30 – Experience and Credentials
 09:50 – Illegal Repairs & Conflict of Interest
 11:45 – Inspection Length & Cost Expectations
 14:00 – Understanding the Report
 16:10 – Checking TREC Disciplinary Records
 17:20 – Thermal Imaging & Foundation Tools
 19:10 – Final Tips & Call to Action

💡 Key Takeaways

✅ Always verify your inspector’s license with the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)
 ✅ Hire a Professional Inspector — not an apprentice or trainee
✅ Attend your inspection and ask questions!
✅ Look for inspectors who use thermal cameras and zip-level tools
✅ Don’t base your choice on price — base it on experience and education

🔗 Resources Mentioned

• Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC): https://www.trec.texas.gov
  
  
• Keith & Sheila Realty Group: https://www.keithandsheila.com
  
  
• Veteran Home Buyer Resources: https://www.keithandsheila.com/veterans
• 10 Questions to Ask Any Home Inspector Before Hiring Them  https://www.keithandsheila.com/home-inspector-questions
  
  

📞 Connect with Keith & Sheila Realty Group

📍 Serving Greater San Antonio, Cibolo, Schertz, New Braunfels, Boerne, and beyond
 📞 Call/Text: 830-837-1071
📧 Email: keith@keithandsheila.com

🌐 Website: www.keithandsheila.com

🇺🇸 Proudly Serving Those Who Serve — Veteran Advocates You Can Trust

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© 2025 - The Inspecting Realtor. Hosted by Keith & Sheila Realty Group - LPT Realty. All rights reserved.

Audio hosted on Buzzsprout. Podcast artwork © Keith Campbell, used with permission.

Music / sound effects: Filmora .

For advertising, sponsorships or feedback: keithcampbellrealtor@gmail.com.

Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the host(s) and guests alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organizations. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice.

🎙️ The Inspecting Realtor Is Back on the Air!

We’re thrilled to announce that The Inspecting Realtor is back — where real estate meets real experience!

Hosted by Keith Campbell, REALTOR®, MRP, CMR®, CMRS  brings unmatched experience and expertise to every episode. 

 ➡️ Top-Producing Real Estate Professional with his wife, Sheila for almost 14 years.

➡️Former Professional Texas Home Inspector for 13 years

➡️ IRC Nationally Licensed General Contractor (since 2010)

➡️EPA-Licensed Lead-Based Paint Inspector since 2011

➡️Former Texas Licensed Irrigator (1986–2006)

 🚩Keith’s career bridges the worlds of construction, inspection, and real estate like few others.

‼️With more than 4,000 home inspections, 100+ historic home renovations, and 300+ successful real estate closings, Keith delivers a no-nonsense, experience-driven perspective on homeownership, maintenance, and the Greater San Antonio real estate market.

🧏‍♂️Tune in to The Inspecting Realtor Podcast— where practical wisdom meets professional insight, and every episode helps homeowners and buyers make smarter decisions with confidence.

Stay Connected
Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode.
RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2549000.rss
Follow us on social media / Visit our website: keithandsheila.com

Support the Show
If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend. Your support helps us reach more listeners.

Legal & Credits
© 2025 - The Inspecting Realtor. Hosted by Keith & Sheila Realty Group - LPT Realty. All rights reserved.

Audio hosted on Buzzsprout. Podcast artwork © Keith Campbell, used with permission.

Music / sound effects: Filmora .

For advertising, sponsorships or feedback: keithcampbellrealtor@gmail.com.

Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the host(s) and guests alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organizations. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice.