In this episode of The Real Estate Lens, Ryan Richards sits down with Mike Sweeney, owner of House Doctor Home Inspections—serving Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. From real estate investing to leadership to the nuts and bolts of the home inspection process, this episode goes deep into the business of protecting homebuyers and scaling a service-driven company.

Mike shares how he went from financial advisor and first-time homebuyer to renovating properties, becoming an inspector, and eventually acquiring the very company that did his original inspection. He breaks down how House Doctor delivers consistent, high‑quality inspections, and what differentiates their systems from the competition.

What you’ll learn:

• The biggest inspection mistakes buyers and investors make
• What to look for in a basement to spot water intrusion
• Why new construction inspections still reveal costly issues
• How House Doctor trains inspectors to maintain consistency
• The mindset shift from technician to business owner
• Why personal discipline and business systems go hand in hand
• How coaching, masterminds, and family values shaped Mike’s vision

Whether you're a first-time buyer, experienced investor, or entrepreneur looking to grow a service-based business, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways on leadership, property analysis, and building for the long term.

Interested in connecting?

HOST
Ryan Richards | Branch Manager, Northpoint Mortgage | NMLS 1987735
rrichards@trynorthpoint.com | www.financewithteamrichards.com
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