deal killers: Gullible's Travels: Declined Claims - 05/06/15 11:34 AM
Sometimes a roof can naturally reach its end of  life. Texas heat can also work to prematurely age a roof when a home's attic area lacks sufficient ventilation. Intensely high temperatures can literally "cook" a roof from the inside out, and will often show up in the form of a "blister" or granulated shingles, which is often mistaken by many homeowners (and even some home inspectors) as hail damage.
Last week, we received the following letter as part of a Seller's Disclosure package. The letter noted that the homeowner filed a claim for roof replacement in October of 2014, which was subsequently declined. … (28 comments)

deal killers: When NOT to get a Home Inspection - 12/28/14 08:19 AM
One of the most important roles we fulfill as Buyers Agents is advising our clients on how to accomplish their buying goals AND save money in the process.
New agents often ask, "What can I do to become the best Buyer's Agent I can be in the least amount of time?" The answer never changes... attend as many home inspections as possible to become familiar with conditions that might impact safety or the financeability of a property.
Financing: It's Not All About the Buyer
A common misunderstanding about qualifying for a mortgage is that the burden rests 100% on the shoulders of a … (2 comments)