Home Inspection

Business Wire (press release)
Repair Pricer Establishes New Industry Standard for Converting Home Inspection Reports into Accurate Repair Estimates
Business Wire (press release)
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Repair Pricer, the industry standard for converting home inspection reports into accurate repair estimates during the complex home purchasing process, announced today the launch of its flagship pricing tool to help realtors ...

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Washington Post
Know what's in the home inspector's fine print before hiring them
Washington Post
Of what value is the home inspection if they hide behind their fine print and won't disclose to us something that was clearly obvious to the heating contractor? The heating contractor also went on to tell us that it was pretty clear to him that the ...

Brownstoner
From the Forum: Getting an Inspection on a Home Under Renovation
Brownstoner
A potential homeowner has an offer in on a property that is still under renovation and is wondering when to schedule a home inspection. A contract has not been signed and quite a bit of work remains on the house. Should they build a contingency into ...

The State
Need help after Florence? Here's how to be ready for a FEMA inspection
The State
Homeowners and renters who have applied for disaster relief money from Federal Emergency Management Agency after Hurricane Florence might be asked to show an inspector proof of storm damage. If you are one of these people, a FEMA inspector will ...

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WTXL ABC 27
Angie's List: Getting a quality home inspection
WTXL ABC 27
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - For most of us, our home is one of the biggest investments we'll ever make so whether you're buying or selling a home, getting a quality home inspection is a must have. A home inspection is typically required for a home ...

Hibbing Daily Tribune
Longtime businessman starts new safety company
Hibbing Daily Tribune
It's a home inspection service that provides pre-home inspections for commercial, residential and industrial clients. Safe-T Inspections puts an emphasis on protecting people's investment and leveraging the power of knowledge prior to purchasing a home ...

Sarasota Herald-Tribune
DAVID W. MYERS: Buyers should insist on going to home inspection
Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Savvy homebuyers always tag along when a home inspector looks at the property they want to purchase. DEAR MR. MYERS: We made an offer to purchase our first home and followed your advice by making the offer contingent on the property first passing an ...

DAVID W. MYERS: Buyers should insist on going to home inspection
Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Savvy homebuyers always tag along when a home inspector looks at the property they want to purchase. DEAR MR. MYERS: We made an offer to purchase our first home and followed your advice by making the offer contingent on the property first passing an ...

KMTV - 3 News Now
A look inside rental registry in Iowa
KMTV - 3 News Now
In Iowa, a state law mandates cities with a population of more than 15,000 must have a rental home inspection program. But Council Bluffs took it a step further, according to Steve Carmichael, chief building official for 10 years. "Now, we actually ...

Pros and cons of trying to win a bidding war
The Laconia Daily Sun
Waive the home inspection (or offer to have a pre-home inspection) A home inspection is an important part of the home buying process, designed to help buyers learn up front any problems that require work or if there are necessary repairs that need to ...

Lake Expo
16741 Silver Moon Resort Road, Gravois Mills, Missouri 65037
Lake Expo
The Seller is very pro-active and recently had a General Home Inspection completed and also has an approved Septic Inspection. Survey corners have been marked and the Septic & Well Agreements are in place. This home has the Seal of Approval!

Derbyshire Live
Every care home inspection in Derby and Derbyshire published in ...
Derbyshire Live
Are they safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led?
Every care home inspection in Leicester and Leicestershire ...Leicestershire Live

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KATU
Portland's code inspection system may put tenants in a bind
KATU
Bush scheduled a private home inspection and contacted Portland's Bureau of Development Services. But they were told they needed proof they had a mold problem before a city housing inspector would come out. They were also told the bureau had a ...

KTBS
Angie's list: home inspections
KTBS
For most of us, our home is one of the biggest investments we'll ever make so whether you're buying or selling a home, getting a quality home inspection is a must have. How often should you have your home inspected and what exactly are they looking for?
4 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Home InspectionTG Daily (blog)

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Virginian-Pilot
Chesapeake couple wants to bring their three little pigs all the way home
Virginian-Pilot
... existing restrictions on pig ownership. Pet pigs are allowed in Suffolk and Norfolk, according to city spokeswomen, and Portsmouth doesn't prohibit them. But Norfolk requires an “exotic animal” permit, a $50,000 insurance policy and an in-home ...

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Inspection Certification Associates Announces State-Approved Training Courses for Home Inspector Applicants in ...
Digital Journal
Chicago, IL - Inspection Certification Associates (ICA), the leading provider of home inspection training and certification in the U.S., is pleased to announce the introduction of Maryland home inspection licensingcourses for interested applicants ...

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HuffPost
7 Costly Problems A Home Inspection Probably Won't Catch
HuffPost
In general, spending the time and money for a home inspection is a good idea. It will alert you to any major problems or repairs the home needs, which you can leverage to negotiate a better price with the seller. In some cases, you might find that the ...

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Harts Services Provides Tacoma Home Sellers with Pre-Listing Plumbing Checklist
PR Newswire (press release)
"The result of that home inspection has the potential to tank the sale or give the buyer leverage to lower their offer. On the flip side, a good report can make things run more smoothly for both sides." Hart recommends home sellers evaluate the state ...

HuffPost
Think You're Ready To Buy A House? Ask These 6 Questions First.
HuffPost
You will likely need something in the bank for closing costs, which are usually 2 to 5 percent of the loan. We're talking property taxes, mortgage insurance, a title search fee and a home inspection, among other charges. Now, often you can roll them ...

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National Mortgage News
Fannie Mae plans appraisal waivers for high-needs rural loans
National Mortgage News
Fannie Mae is preparing to add an appraisal waiver option for mortgages in regions that Duty to Serve designates as high-needs rural areas, but only if home inspections are completed instead. "The rural high-needs appraisal waiver seeks to help low ...

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