It just wastes so much time and then you have a 3rd party who you have to educate. 

I need to know that when I show a unit I'm not wasting my time on people that wouldnt qualify.

I see so many adds for seminars. i just dont want to waste more time on something that is of no value.

I tell them to do a drive-by to see if he likes the area (to make sure he's on board and not wasting either of each others time), but I don't know what's next.

The fees you will pay are minimal for an FHA loan.

You can do them while they are in the unit - so it minimizes risk etc.  

It's free to join but you pay a minimal fee for the reports.

The sellers and the nuyers always try to dangle a carrot in my face by telling me that the inspection is not a waste of my time because they seriously intend to have my company do any necessary repairs.

If you're new to REI my advice is don't waste your money converting a SFH into a duplex.

What he bought at the rock bottom of the market is now selling at the top.Even after dealing with a problem electrician and the city shutting him down for a couple weeks, he finished in great timing with minimal holding costs and is making a hefty profit.