Home Inspection

Citrus County Chronicle
Local Briefs For April 3 | News | chronicleonline.com
Citrus County Chronicle
Statewide prices increased nearly 10 cents during the past week, with the average at $2.64, according to AAA-The Auto Club Group. But on average, pump prices climbed 15 cents in the last three weeks. It's even worse when you consider that motorists are ...

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ProSpect unveils rebranding initiative
Seacoastonline.com
PORTSMOUTH -- ProSpect, a leading residential and commercial property inspection company based in Newmarket serving northern New England, recently announced the completion of its corporate rebranding initiative, paving the way for future expansion ...

Minneapolis Star Tribune
Home inspection report writing style guide
Minneapolis Star Tribune
I participate in a lot of online discussions amongst home inspectors over how home inspection reports should be written. I'm pretty opinionated about this stuff, and so is everyone else at Structure Tech. We've put together a report-writing style guide ...

Ask Angie's List: How to budget for emergency repairs
Madison.com
Even if you're not planning to sell your home, a home inspection can provide insight into what systems are most likely to fail soon — and it will typically cost only a few hundred dollars. An inspection can't offer guaranteed protection against hidden ...

HousingWire
2018 HW Tech100 Winner: Homevibe
HousingWire
Homevibe helps homeowners and buyers understand the condition of a house and how best to improve or maintain its condition. Developed by technology and home inspection experts in Seattle, Homevibe's pre-purchase reports provides home buyers access to ...

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Thehour.com
Norwalk cuts kids' lead poisoning cases in half
Thehour.com
... and she has an easier time pinpointing potential lead sources — for example, spices or makeup from certain countries. Sometimes the lead source is outside of the home — painters, cleaners and police officers can all be exposed to lead dust on the ...

Fra Noi
Spring into a pre-sale inspection
Fra Noi
As children, when our parents asked us to clean up our room, we would stuff everything into a toy box, drawer or closet, deferring actual tidying for another day. Many of us have a similar approach to home maintenance, putting off until tomorrow what ...

Lincoln Journal Star
Know the Rules
Lincoln Journal Star
During your home's inspection period or before you make an offer, get a copy of the HOA regulations. And here's the secret: Read it! If you have an RV, you may not be able to park it in your new driveway. And the street your new home is located on may ...

southsoundtalk.com
Why a Sewer Scope is Important Before Buying an Older Home
southsoundtalk.com
He knows his way around a home and offers clear, concise and accurate home inspection reports for prospective buyers. And, when needed, Boggs advises home owners when it's a good idea to hire a professional – electrician, plumber or roofer – to look ...

Home Inspection Act finally passed
Move Smartly
The Ontario government last month finally passed legislation to regulate the home inspection industry and establish qualifications for home inspectors. The Home Inspection Act 2017 establishes minimum standards for home inspection contracts, home ...

ThurstonTalk
Why a Sewer Scope is Important Before Buying an Older Home ...
ThurstonTalk
When purchasing a home, most people get a home inspection. But, don't forget to also get a sewer scope if your home is more than 20 years old. Learn more from Boggs Inspection Services here.

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WTTV CBS4Indy
Getting an appraisal
WTTV CBS4Indy
The process of buying a new home includes getting an appraisal and a home inspection. Craig West, a trusted advisor from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Indiana Realty, explains the importance of understanding what the appraisal means in the home ...

The Weekly Post
Top mistakes first time sellers make
The Weekly Post
An experienced real estate agent understands the laws of the transaction, how to negotiate and the marketing necessary to get your home sold. If you want to sell your home for the right price and without waiting months for an offer, hire a good real ...

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RisMedia.com (press release)
Ask the Expert: Can a Home Inspection Help the Mortgage Process Along?
RisMedia.com (press release)
Taking the time to have your own inspection will allow you to have repairs made for a cost that suits your budget, instead of having to deal with credits the buyer may ask for as the result of their home inspection. By getting a pre-inspection, you ...

Forbes
11 Red Flags To Avoid When Buying Your Home
Forbes
Start by contacting the county office where the property is located. For any pending litigation, the moving party's attorney will record a Lis Pendens (Pending Litigation). You can also check online court databases and contact the homeowner association ...

What to expect during a home inspection - News - Columbus Alive ...
Columbus Alive
A home inspector is your protector, he helps you make sure a house isn't hiding anything before you commit for the long haul. A home inspector identifies any reasonably discoverable problems with the house (a leaky roof, faulty plumbing, etc.). Hiring ...

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Lansing State Journal
Buying a House As Is: What Does That Really Mean?
Lansing State Journal
“If you include a home inspection contingency in your contract, you have the option to walk away if the inspector finds major issues that you aren't prepared to handle.” Other due diligence steps include having a pest inspection, checking with the ...

New York Times
What to Expect From a Home Inspection
New York Times
You've finally found what seems to be the perfect home. It's got all your must-haves and some of your nice-to-haves, too. It looks like it's in excellent condition, but merely looking like it's in good condition is not enough when it comes to such a ...
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The Kingston Whig-Standard
Home inspection licensing: Final consultations are done
The Kingston Whig-Standard
At the end of February, I attended meetings at Queens Park with the Ministry of Government and Consumer Relations (MGCS) staff, working on the development of the Administrative Authority that will govern the licensing of Home Inspectors in Ontario ...

Door County Pulse
Bruce Low Completes WAHI Training Seminars - Door County Pulse
Door County Pulse
Bruce Low, owner/inspector of Bottom Line Home Inspection of Luxemburg, attended the spring training seminar of the Wisconsin Association of Home Inspectors (WAHI) on March 9 and 10 in Stevens Point. He successfully completed course studies in ...

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