Home Inspection Advice From Experts

Should I Hire an Inspector When a Home is Sold As-Is- JOHN CHENEY

There are a few different reasons why a home would be sold in “as-is” condition. The most common of reasons, however, is that the home is in foreclosure or being offered on a short sale. A home sale advertised ‘as-is” means that the seller is communicating that what you see is what you get. There will be no repairs or updates made to the home, they are selling it In its current condition no exceptions or haggling will be done as far as repairs go.

Should you get a specific inspection or a general one? - Remax Sedona

A common question we get from our real estate buyers is the difference between a specific inspection or a regular home inspection and a general inspection. We urge all of our homebuyers to get a home inspection contingency when they make an offer. This means that the buyers will not agree to finalize the sale on the home until an inspection has been completed and approved.

8 Great Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector - Bob Sokoler

As a buyer, getting a home inspection is a crucial step in the home buying process. It's not something to take lightly or a step in which to cut corners. It's important to have a professional examine the home as this is most likely the largest purchase you'll ever make.

Inspections to have on lakefront property - Beth Atalay

If you think inspections on regular homes are important, they’re even more so on a lakefront property. When water is involved, it is even more important to make sure you get a proper inspection before buying the property.

Phase 1 Inspections -What are They - Minot Commercial

A very common question when it comes to commercial real estate inspection is what is a Phase 1 inspection, and do I really need one? Phase 1 refers to an environmental assessment of the property; the full name is Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment. Phase 1 is also commonly referred to as an ESA or Phase 1 ESA. A Phase 1 is conducted to find the current and historical uses of commercial property in the process of a commercial real estate sale. The reason for the Phase 1 ESA is to determine if any of the former or current uses for the commercial property have had an impact on the soil or groundwater underneath the land resulting in a concern for the environment or human health.

Benefits to a Home Warranty - Tait Zimmerman

We can get warranties on just about anything else we buy these days, so why not on a house? A home warranty is a great option for buyers who are purchasing an older home and might just need some peace of mind when it comes to replacing appliances or materials over the first year of owning the home. We often recommend warranties to first-time homebuyers, especially if those buyers are used to renting and having everything taken care of by a landlord.

Hidden Things to Look for in New Construction - Chuck Tanner

Buying new construction isn't exactly a ready-built home. There are things you should be on the look out for when buying or building new construction homes.