During a home inspection, it may be beneficial to look out for these frequently missed issues that could create big problems for you in the long run.

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Q. As a licensed Realtor, I encourage every one of my buyers to hire a home inspector. The inspector I usually recommend has always done a competent job, but one thing about his inspection business ...

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You're in the market for a home. You're already preapproved for a home loan. You find what looks like the perfect home. But how can you be sure it doesn't have any hidden defects? In the past few ...

When you’re considering buying a home, a home inspection can help you determine which concessions you should ask for. The key to successful negotiation is to ask for reasonable repairs. Depending on ...

You're in the market for a home. You're already preapproved for a loan. You find what looks like the perfect home to buy. But how can you be sure it has no hidden defects? In the last few years, the ...

A general home inspection is a necessary and common step in the home-buying process. However, there are other potentially important inspections that could affect your home purchase. Usually suggested ...

John Gallagher of Belmont has been inspecting residential and commercial buildings since 2000. He has a background in construction and launched his own company, Clark Hill Inspections, in 2018. More: ...