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home inspection: Advice from a Home Inspector - 04/17/11 08:43 AM
From a home inspector’s point-of-view, my advice is to buy simple and buy smart. Buy what you can afford, not what will make you look good to others. “Keeping up with Jones’s” is not reasonable in real estate. You can no longer expect a fast-rising market to bail you out of a purchasing mistake, as was often the case in the past.
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When I say buy simple, I mean select a home of good, quality construction. When I say buy smart, I mean choose the features you need- do not be lured into closing by extravagant upgrades that … (0 comments)
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home inspection: Basics you need to know about a Home Inspection - 03/24/11 12:29 AM
Home inspections are not all the same. A large historic home, for example, will require a different type of inspection than a condominium. However, the following is a list of basic items and systems that a home inspector will check. You can also use this list to help you size up potential costly problems in properties you might purchase.
Structure: A home’s support system impacts how the property stands up to weather, gravity, and the earth movement. Structural components inspected including the foundation and the framing.
Exterior: The inspector should look at sidewalks, driveways, steps, windows, and doors. A home’s siding, … (1 comments)
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home inspection: Loan Q & A: I'm getting ready to buy my fourth house. How can I get an accurate estimate? - 07/01/07 10:00 PM
Thomas R. in Atlanta, GA writes, Stephen, I'm getting ready to buy my fourth house. On each of my last 3 deals, more money was required than was indicated on my Good Faith Estimate. What should I be looking for to get an accurate estimate? Thomas, the lender should include all of the required costs, but every deal is unique. Here are some variable expenses that could affect your estimate: Owner's Title Insurance – Coverage is required for the lender, but in most states, the owner's portion is optional. Home Inspection – An appraisal is required to determine market value, but … (0 comments)
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