A home inspection is a professional, third-party inspection of a property that you intend to buy. Its goal is to evaluate the home from a structural and safety standpoint, as well as to ensure you’re ...

Amy Fontinelle is a freelance writer, researcher and editor who brings a journalistic approach to personal finance content. Since 2004, she has worked with lenders, real estate agents, consultants, ...

Save time and money on costly future home repairs, by performing a DIY home inspection. Once you know the trouble spots to look out for, you can easily examine your home throughout the year. We've ...

Q. I am the broker of a large real estate company. In my area, most home inspectors use computerized reports, with photos of the defects they disclose. Very few still use the old fashioned, ...

Waiving an inspection became a negotiation tool for buyers navigating the pandemic-fueled real-estate market. But they’re regaining bargaining power as the buying boom continues to cool. of buyers who ...

DALLAS – The American Fire Sprinkler Association recently unveiled 13 newly updated report of inspection forms. The forms are designed to cover the mandatory inspection, testing and maintenance ...

Q: I am the broker of a large real estate company. In my area, most home inspectors use computerized reports, with photos of the defects they disclose. Very few still use the old-fashioned, ...