A Comprehensive Guide to Property Condition Assessments: What You Need to Know
What is a Property Condition Assessment? Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) are an important yet often overlooked element of real estate transactions. This comprehensive guide provides the information and resources you need to understand what a Property Condition Assessment entails, how it compares with other assessments, and when such an assessment is required in order to […]
What to Expect During a Home Inspection
Before you put down a deposit on that dream home, you’ll want to know it’s going to be everything you expected. And if the house isn’t up to snuff, you might need to get out of that contract ASAP. That’s where a home inspection comes in handy — it gives potential buyers peace of mind […]
5 Tips For Choosing A Residential Home Inspection Company
What to Look for in a Residential Home Inspection Company Whether you’re buying your first home or your tenth, a residential home inspection is an investment. When you’re spending hundreds of dollars on an inspection and contracting company, it’s important to choose the right company.If you’re buying a house for the first time or investing […]
Manufactured Housing and Standards
Manufactured Housing & Quality Standards The term “manufactured home” was adopted in 1980 by the the U.S. Congress to describe a type of house that is constructed in a factory to comply with a building code developed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). In the past, manufactured homes were called “mobile homes,” […]
Home Insurance Tips
Why Homeowners Insurance is Essential and How to Save on It The largest, single investment most consumers make is in their homes. The consumer can protect their home, possessions, and liability with a homeowner’s insurance policy. The homeowner’s insurance policy is a package policy that combines more than one type of insurance coverage in a […]
Home Inspection Reports: What to Expect
Development of Standards Before the mid-1970s, home inspection reports lacked standard guidelines, leading to inconsistent quality and limited trust in the industry. This changed with the founding of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) in 1976, which introduced Standards of Practice, followed later by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI). InterNACHI has […]
Three Deadly Mistakes Every Home Buyer Should Avoid
Deadly Mistake #1: Thinking You Can’t Afford It. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in their very own homes. Buying a home is the smartest financial decision you will ever make. In fact, most homeowners would be broke at […]
Hire a Certified Healthy Homes Inspector
How Your Home Affects Your Health Americans spend approximately 70% of their lives at home, making the condition of their home a major factor in their overall health. But many homes in the U.S. have serious deficiencies that could negatively impact physical and mental well-being. Understanding these risks—and taking steps to address them—can make your […]
HomeBinder
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What to Expect When Home Inspecting
Preparing for Your Home Inspection After an Accepted Offer Once your offer on a home has been accepted, the next critical step before closing is to schedule a home inspection. In many cases, your offer may include a home inspection contingency, allowing you to renegotiate the price, request repairs, or withdraw from the agreement if serious […]