Inspection

A home inspection is a standard, and strongly recommended, step in the homebuying process. While buyers can waive the inspection contingency, doing so often means giving up crucial insight into…

Buying a home is thrilling, but it also means taking on a lot more than what you can see during a showing. Behind the fresh paint and staged furniture are…

Yes, a condo inspection is a crucial step in protecting yourself from unexpected repairs and hidden liabilities inside your home. Buying a condo can be a smart investment—offering lower maintenance…

As a buyer and seller of real estate since 2003, I’ve learned that getting a home inspection before each purchase is one of the most important steps in protecting yourself.…

You would think once your homeowners policy is active, the hard part’s over. But more and more homeowners are finding that’s not the case, whether they’re buying a condo in…

You can’t change your mind on a home after closing, but you can rethink the deal after the inspection. When a report turns up more than you planned for, it’s…

“What can cause a house to fail an inspection?” is a question both buyers and sellers might have during a home sale. The truth is inspections don’t end in a…

Buying a home is an exciting adventure but it often comes with surprises during the property inspection. From sneaky leaks to electrical quirks, the most common home inspection problems include…

While the home inspection process can cause homebuying deals to wobble, it doesn’t have to tank them altogether. Cassie Walker Johnson shares strategies to add clarity and calm. In my…

After the home inspection, the buyer receives a detailed report of the home’s condition and may request repairs, ask for credits, renegotiate the price, or in some cases, walk away…