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Buying A New Home? Here's Why You Should Never Skip A Professional Inspection
By Effie Ross
Published Mar 31st, 2022 4:00AM
Are you in the market for a new home? If so, congratulations! This is an exciting time in your life. But before you sign on the dotted line, it's important to remember that a professional home inspection is non-negotiable.
What Can a Home Inspector Do for You?
By Effie Ross
Published Mar 27th, 2021 4:00AM
An inspection gives you detailed information about a home that can contribute to your negotiations on the selling price or may just give you a better idea of what you may have to repair after you move in.
Why You Should Never Skip a Home Inspection
By Effie Ross
Published Aug 24th, 2019 4:00AM
Just because you love a home doesn't mean it's a good idea to purchase it. Before finalizing the purchase, you always have the option of having the home inspected. And although the inspection is optional, here's why you should never skip it, no matter how
Dale Investigates: Another Reason You Need a Home Inspector Before You Buy
By Effie Ross
Published Aug 23rd, 2018 4:00AM
Brian and Jennifer Eisenman bought a brand new home. But even though it was brand new, they quickly began to notice that there were plenty of problems, big and small. Now, after two and a half years of fighting with the builder, Pulte Homes, the Eisenmans
Why You Need to Hire a Home Inspector Before You Buy
By Effie Ross
Published May 24th, 2018 4:00AM
When looking to purchase a new home, sometimes you just fall in love with a property. But once you have a home under contract, it pays to hire a home inspector before you buy. Never forgo the inspection just because you love a property, or you could be le
Don't Get Scammed: Get Smart!
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SCAMMERS BEWARE: Seasoned consumer investigator Dale Cardwell gives readers a game plan to avoid rip-offs.