Lonnie and Tanya Carter, a dynamic couple with over two decades of experience in healthcare compliance and property management, are excited about their new venture as owners of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors, the leading home inspection company in North America. Known as the Carter Team, they serve the Greater Phoenix area and other areas within Maricopa and Pinal Counties.
Lonnie spent 20 years serving in the healthcare compliance field and Tanya worked for the same period
in the property management industry. “The roles which I have been involved in, “said Lonnie, included conducting building and work audits for compliance. This translates very well to home inspections. I have an eye for detail and am passionate about safety. Before that I was in the Navy and served our country as a Corpsman stationed at the US Naval Academy. I was in for six years before going back to school to earn my degrees, a Bachelors in Community Health and a Master’s Degree in Public Health.”
Lonnie and Tanya have embarked on a new journey that combines their passion for safety, attention to detail, and customer service. Their decision to join Pillar To Post as franchisees marks a significant shift from their previous careers, driven by a desire to build a meaningful business together.
Shared Lonnie, “After years of dedication to our respective careers, a pivotal moment of reflection led us to reassess our future goals and aspirations. Newly married, we sought an opportunity that would allow us to build something meaningful together. We wanted to combine our unique skill sets and create a business that not only supports our family but also helps others in a significant way.
Our journey led us to Pillar To Post, a franchise that perfectly aligns with our values and vision. The idea of helping people find their homes resonated deeply with us. Pillar To Post inspired us with their commitment to excellence, customer service, and community impact. We saw this as a chance to blend our professional experiences and strengths, building a lasting business that will support us through retirement and beyond.”
Lonnie and Tanya bring a unique blend of military precision and housing market savvy to their new roles. Their combined expertise positions them to provide unparalleled home inspection services to their community.
The couple advises would- be entrepreneurs to seek opportunities that align with your values and vision. “Find your fit, and you’ll find your future,” says Lonnie. “Pillar To Post felt like home to us, and we’re thrilled to be part of it.”
This is a testament to the power of reinvention and the pursuit of entrepreneurial dreams. Lonnie and Tanya’s story is one of dedication, service, and the creation of a legacy.
“And don’t ever skip your home inspection,” warned Lonnie. “We are hearing and seeing lots of “buyer’s remorse” tales because in a housing boom market like ours from 2020 to 2022, people raced to win the home they wanted in a seller’s market. Sometimes they waived contingencies to get in front of others, like home inspections, and later this came back to haunt them in a financial way.”
ABOUT PILLAR TO POST HOME INSPECTORS®
Founded in 1994, Pillar To Post Home Inspectors is the largest home inspection company in North America with home offices in Toronto and Tampa. There are over 550 franchises located in 49 states and nine Canadian provinces. Long-term plans include adding 500 to 600 new franchisees over the next five years. For further information, please visit www. pillartopost.com or for info about a franchise go to www. pillartopostfranchise.com