The 10 Most Common Home Defects: For Real Estate Agents
Presented By:
Michael Schmidt
Business Development Specialist
Central Florida Building Inspectors
September 11, 2025
11:00 AM Eastern Time
Certified Mortgage Planners
615 Crescent Executive Ct. Ste. 224
Lake Mary, FL 32746
2.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Approved State(s): FL
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The home inspection is one of the most crucial parts of the home buying process. Many issues identified during the home inspection, if left untreated, can lead to significant costly repairs later, or even unsafe and hazardous living conditions. Offers are finalized or revoked as a result of a home inspector’s report. A home inspection can be a source of anxiety for buyers, sellers, and real estate agents. However, real estate agents can ease some of their clients’ anxieties by helping them to be better educated and prepared for the home inspection process. This course will identify the most common problem areas in a home inspection and provide real estate agents with tools and strategies they can use to allay their clients’ concerns. 

Course Details
Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Better equip the buyer for the home inspection
  • Advise and prepare the seller
  • Assist their clients in understanding issues of concern raised by the home inspector
  • Anticipate frequently asked questions regarding the home inspection process
About The Instructor
Michael Schmidt brings over 20 years of experience in the plumbing, remodeling, and heating industry, underpinned by his credentials as a former New Jersey master HVACR license holder. His commitment to community service is evident from his years as a retired NJ state-certified volunteer firefighter and EMT. Michael holds a BA in Political Science from Rutgers University – Camden. In the real estate sector, he is an active business partner with Orlando Real Producers, a sponsor for Keller Williams Young Professionals, and a member of both the CFCAR/CFCREA Commercial Real Estate Association and NAREP's North Orlando Chapter. He also contributes to the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance Orlando Chapter. On a personal note, Michael is a devoted husband and father of two who has a passion for tacos and exploring dive restaurants.
Education Credits
Real Estate Continuing Education (Florida) 
2.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Price: FREE (No Fee)

Having fully met the requirements of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, the following course has been approved for 2.0 continuing education credit hours. Provider Approval: 6043. Course Number: 0026771. Course License: CRS22614
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Education Provider

Preferred Systems, Inc.
1001 State Street, Suite 1400
Erie, PA 16501
Phone: 888.455.7437
info@preferrededucation.com
www.preferrededucation.com
Instructor

Michael Schmidt
Central Florida Building Inspectors
4700 Millenia Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32839
Phone: 407.432.2115
mike@cfbinspect.com
www.cfbinspect.com
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