Pillar To Post Named 2013 Military Friendly Franchise®

Pillar To Post has been ranked in the top 10 percent of all franchises nationwide and named a 2013 Military Friendly Franchise® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs, the company has announced.

According to the company, Pillar To Post supports military veterans by offering service members a 10 percent discount on the franchise fee, allowing veterans to use their background and training to launch a new civilian career.

Pillar To Post has more than 100 military veterans in the system like Andrew Way, a franchise owner in St. Louis. Way became a Pillar To Post franchisee earlier this year after serving in the U.S. Navy as an avionics technician... Read More.

Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Exterior renovation that will pay you back

If you're thinking about renovating your home, it's probably safe to assume that you not only prefer a remodeling project that adds curb appeal - but one that will also increase the value of your home.

Good news: You don't have to go all out to accomplish this. In fact, a simple project - like replacing your siding - could offer a big payout.

Wondering how else siding can increase the value and attractiveness of your home? Keep reading to find out... Read More.

Posted on Monday, April 22, 2013

CAHPI(BC): BC Home Inspectors Award Winners Honored

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Marketwired – April 19, 2013) - At its Annual Spring Conference Awards Dinner in Victoria on April 12, 2013, the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors (BC) – CAHPI(BC) – honored two long time Registered Home Inspectors.

The Bill Hopen Award is a BC Provincial Award dedicated to the memory of Bill Hopen, a founding member of CAHPI(BC) who provided much wisdom and insight during the association’s formative years. This award is presented annually at the CAHPI(BC) spring conference to an individual who has furthered the development of the Home Inspection profession in British Columbia. This year’s winner was WAYNE DEJONG, RHI, of Pillar to Post in Vancouver. Wayne has been a valued member of CAHPI(BC) since 2002, has served on the board of directors and contributed years of his time and insight to our CAHPI(BC) Legal Benefit Plan committee... Read More.

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2013

Ask the Experts: What Should Home Sellers Do to Prepare for a Home Inspection?

We see it every day. Sellers who don’t take the time to ensure a smooth home inspection and who pay for it in the long run. The spring market is upon us. A little preparation can ensure sellers have great home inspections.

Home inspectors typically arrive 30-45 minutes early to the home inspection appointment so that they are professionally set up and ready to go when you arrive. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been greeted at the door a half hour before everyone is set to arrive by a person who looks as if they’re freshly out of bed... Read More.

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Franchises offer independence

Michael Krumel had a satisfying 25-year career as a manufacturer's representative, selling products to home builders and subcontractors in a vast territory: the southwestern United States.

Krumel, who was self-employed, was successful enough to bring on two partners before he sold his business a few years ago.

He enjoyed retirement for a time, but boredom soon set in.

He decided to attend the International Builders Show in Orlando, Fla., on Feb. 8, 2012, mostly because he was looking for something to do... Read More.

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2013