First time homebuyers play a significant role in the housing market and economy. According to the National Association of Realtors 2018 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, first time homebuyers repre…
Are home inspections becoming irrelevant?
I have heard an increasing voice of discontent over home inspections. Not just from home sellers and their agents, but from home buyers too! Home sellers often complain about the incorrect flagging of…
Welcome your friendly neighborhood inspector
The home inspection has become a standard part of the home buying process. Even in very competitive buyer situations, you can still work in an inspection without hurting the chances at getting the hom…
Limit your surprises following the home inspection
The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) often conducts surveys to measure home buyer satisfaction. You shouldn’t be surprised that most home buyers are typically satisfied with their home inspe…
A seller’s guide to this year’s market
It’s that time of year again; the real estate market is getting hot along with the temperature. And that’s about the only thing most are able to predict about this year’s real estate market. Since the…
Don’t waive the home inspection!
Don’t waive the home inspection! Like the 49ers seeking gold in California, real estate investors have flocked to D.C. in recent years to seek their fortunes. As home values rebounded, many distressed…
