Inspectors tend to be thorough, but can miss things. ‘It’s very important for a buyer to be as educated as possible.’ ...

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You walk through a charming house, imagining where your couch will go. Everything feels perfect until the inspection report ...

Your bid just got accepted on the home you want, and suddenly there’s so much to think about—the mortgage, the homeowners insurance, your move. As the clock ticks toward closing, your real estate ...

Kim Porter is a freelance personal finance writer. She has written about personal finance topics for AARP Magazine, Bankrate, Credit Karma, NextAdvisor, U.S. News & World Report, Reviewed, Credit ...

You’re close to completing the process of buying your new home. While you might be eager to get to the finish line as fast as possible, one important hurdle you still need to conquer is the home ...

When you’re considering buying a home, a home inspection can help you determine which concessions you should ask for. The key to successful negotiation is to ask for reasonable repairs. Depending on ...

Home inspection is part of the real estate process in almost every transaction. I mention “almost” because the buyer may elect not to require a home inspection. We will look at what happens in most ...

Is mold testing included in a standard home inspection? Many homebuyers assume it is, but as a HelloNation article featuring Home Inspection Expert Bill Baughman of MichiganPro Home Inspections ...

Most KC buyers don't find out about the sewer line until after closing. Here's the inspection checklist that separates informed buyers from those who inherit expensive surprises.