Why you should get a home inspection

Four tips to selling an inherited property | Real Estate - TCPalm.com - TCPalm

Thu, 03/15/2018 - 11:08am

Four tips to selling an inherited property | Real Estate - TCPalm.com
TCPalm
One difficult topic real estate agents have to discuss is about selling an inherited home from a parent after they have passed away. While talking about it is hard, it is smart to be prepared.

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Home inspections can give prospective buyers piece of mind - Petoskey News-Review

Wed, 03/14/2018 - 3:28pm

Petoskey News-Review

Home inspections can give prospective buyers piece of mind
Petoskey News-Review
The first step to a home inspection is knowing when to seek one out, according to Matthew Lewis, co-owner of L&A Home Inspections based in Petoskey. Most buyers should start to seek an inspection as soon as their offer is accepted, as most offers are ...

5 Professionals You Need to Consult When Buying a Home - The Good Men Project (blog)

Wed, 03/14/2018 - 2:02am

The Good Men Project (blog)

5 Professionals You Need to Consult When Buying a Home
The Good Men Project (blog)
... until you have a home inspection done. Their report will show you what repairs to the home need to be done immediately and what repairs may need to be done over time. The inspector will look for problems in the home like carbon monoxide, mold, and ...

Homewood residents differ on home rule - Daily Southtown - Chicago Tribune

Tue, 03/13/2018 - 6:19pm

Chicago Tribune

Homewood residents differ on home rule - Daily Southtown
Chicago Tribune
Homewood residents line up on both sides of Home Rule referendum.

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What you need to know about the final walk-through - Newsday

Tue, 03/13/2018 - 1:32pm

Newsday

What you need to know about the final walk-through
Newsday
While it's not mandatory, some buyers bring a home inspector to the walk-through if there were things identified in need of repair during the earlier home inspection. “If items came up in the engineer's report, make sure they're addressed,” Keenan says ...

Attic inspections, sealed attic access panels - Minneapolis Star Tribune

Tue, 03/13/2018 - 7:12am

Minneapolis Star Tribune

Attic inspections, sealed attic access panels
Minneapolis Star Tribune
We begin every home inspection with a tour of the interior. If the attic access panel appears to be sprayed shut, caulked shut, nailed shut, or similarly obstructed to make access difficult, we will ask for permission to open it. We'll call the listing ...

First-time home buyers need to plan ahead in current tight market ... - Kenosha News

Sun, 03/11/2018 - 1:25am

Kenosha News

First-time home buyers need to plan ahead in current tight market ...
Kenosha News
Mortgage rates are low. Consumer confidence in the residential real estate market is growing.

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Home inspectors learn benefits of drones, robots during annual conference - WSAW

Fri, 03/09/2018 - 6:03pm

Home inspectors learn benefits of drones, robots during annual conference
WSAW
(WSAW) -- Technology is making its way into many industries including home inspection. At a conference Friday in Stevens Point, professionals gathered to discuss new ways to incorporate things like drones into their inspections. The process of using ...

What Is Knob and Tube Wiring, and Is It Hiding in Your Home? - Realtor.com News

Fri, 03/09/2018 - 5:31pm

Realtor.com News

What Is Knob and Tube Wiring, and Is It Hiding in Your Home?
Realtor.com News
Should I avoid buying a home with knob and tube wiring? Not necessarily. But you do need to proceed with caution. Get a home inspection so you're clear on the extent of the wiring and its quality. Furthermore, know this: “Most home insurance companies ...

Real Estate Confidential: The Home Inspection - The Martha's ... - Martha's Vineyard Times

Fri, 03/09/2018 - 1:34pm

Martha's Vineyard Times

Real Estate Confidential: The Home Inspection - The Martha's ...
Martha's Vineyard Times
You'll want to be really clear about the soundness of a house you're about to buy. Weekly chit-chat about new listings, sales or other insider info on the Martha's Vineyard real estate market, by Fred Roven, Martha's Vineyard Buyer Agents. When the ...

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Real Estate Confidential: The Home Inspection - Martha's Vineyard Times

Fri, 03/09/2018 - 1:34pm

Martha's Vineyard Times

Real Estate Confidential: The Home Inspection
Martha's Vineyard Times
If they are not met, any deposit(s) you have made to date are refunded without question provided all dates in the contract are honored. These might include a mortgage contingency or a septic inspection if you are not on town sewers. Martha's Vineyard ...

Strategies for Successfully Negotiating for Your Dream Property - Mansion Global

Fri, 03/09/2018 - 7:49am

Mansion Global

Strategies for Successfully Negotiating for Your Dream Property
Mansion Global
But one thing to never skimp on is the home inspection. Especially when dealing with historic properties, buyers have to know what they are getting into. “You don't want to buy a money pit,” she said. Ms. Cusumano said she always tries to write up the ...

I paid my boyfriend's rent and bills to improve his credit score — then he bought a house without telling me - MarketWatch

Fri, 03/09/2018 - 1:42am

MarketWatch

I paid my boyfriend's rent and bills to improve his credit score — then he bought a house without telling me
MarketWatch
I am a 47-year-old woman living in New Jersey. Currently, I own a duplex with a family member. My boyfriend and I had been looking at houses for about six months. We finally found one we both liked. After the home inspection, it seemed to be out of ...

Dear Monty: Eight helpful actions homebuyers overlook - Green Bay Press Gazette

Thu, 03/08/2018 - 3:29pm

Green Bay Press Gazette

Dear Monty: Eight helpful actions homebuyers overlook
Green Bay Press Gazette
Here are some important events that get missed during the home-buying process.
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12 Extra Costs to be Aware of Before Buying a Home - Miami's Community Newspapers

Thu, 03/08/2018 - 1:35pm

Miami's Community Newspapers

12 Extra Costs to be Aware of Before Buying a Home
Miami's Community Newspapers
“The last thing you need are un-budgeted financial obligations coming up hours before you take possession of your new home.” Whether you're looking to buy your first home, or trading up to a larger one, there are many costs – on top of the purchase ...

Dear Monty: Helpful actions homebuyers overlook - News Chief

Thu, 03/08/2018 - 3:01am

News Chief

Dear Monty: Helpful actions homebuyers overlook
News Chief
The more apparent flashpoints, such as the home inspection, reading the contracts beforehand, and the importance of comparing agents are well publicized. Understanding the home evaluation process is another critical discussion. Sometimes, the big ...

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Barry Stone: Should home inspectors disclose asbestos? - NewsOK.com

Wed, 03/07/2018 - 7:03pm

NewsOK.com

Barry Stone: Should home inspectors disclose asbestos?
NewsOK.com
DEAR BARRY: We have an asbestos problem that involves our home inspector. Before we bought our home, we explained to our inspector that we planned to remodel the interior. Now the work has come to a screeching halt because our contractor discovered ...

How did new homeowners not know of explosives on property before sale? It's complicated - Redding Record Searchlight

Wed, 03/07/2018 - 6:53pm

Redding Record Searchlight

How did new homeowners not know of explosives on property before sale? It's complicated
Redding Record Searchlight
Stephen Dean, a real estate attorney in Redding, said, "the legal test is whether the seller knew or should have known. So that is for a judge to decide." The Josephs bought the Happy Valley property in October from Gari Brian Merrifield for $35,000 ...

Homeowners and Realtors expressing importance of radon tests ... - WJAC Johnstown

Wed, 03/07/2018 - 6:49pm

WJAC Johnstown

Homeowners and Realtors expressing importance of radon tests ...
WJAC Johnstown
CENTRE COUNTY – The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will be giving out free radon-testing kits to some homeowners in parts of Centre County.Those areas for free testing include Potter, Penn and Haines Township.Some people aren't aware of ...

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