home inspection
Don’t Skip the Home Inspection
A few months ago, my clients and I attended an almost perfect home inspection. They were purchasing a classic 1940s Cape Cod that had been meticulously maintained. The only issue the home inspector found was a loose faucet in one of the bathrooms. Most home...
Keep Your Head Above Water: How to Check a House for Water Problems
Looking to buy a home and want to check if a house has water problems? Use your nose! This sounds silly but trust me, in some cases your nose will be just as important as your eyes when searching for water damage. Whenever my clients and I enter a basement I will...
Yes, you need a home inspection.
Avoiding a Big Mistake and Still Being A Competitive Buyer One really big mistake the house hunters are being talked into is waiving your home inspection. Why do you need an inspection? If you hire an experienced exclusive buyer's agent, you have the backing of...
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Episode 12: Advice & Tips from Glenford Blanc with Pro-Spex
Top 5 Reasons Why Real Estate Deals Fall Through
So after a lot of open houses and tough decisions, you finally have a signed deal. At this point, it might be tempting to pop open the champagne but don't just yet. Just because you have a signed contract doesn't mean things can't go wrong. There are still a few steps...
How to Negotiate on a Purchase After the Home Inspection
Even if you already have an accepted offer, a home can't be considered bought until the money has changed hands. But before you can get to that you'll need to navigate a few things, one of which is the home inspection. This is a vital step in the buying process in...
Home Inspections: When to Walk Away
There are times in the homebuying process when you feel everything is proceeding along smoothly. Then, you have your home inspection and the process hits a snag. By trade, home inspectors are non-biased professionals; they charge the same inspection cost regardless of...
Open House Red Flags: What to Look Out for When Buying a Home
Open houses are a great way to get to know a home from beyond the listing photos. When passing through each of the rooms, it's common to be overcome by mixed emotions and thoughts that cause you to overlook some blemishes. At the very least, the home should be deep...
Waiving a Home Inspection
In a hot market, it can be difficult to compete with multiple buyers, especially if you're competing against all-cash buyers. One strategy homebuyers can use to improve their chances is to waive certain contingencies in the contract. One example is the home inspection...