Category Archives: ethical real estate agents

Honest home inspector in Indianapolis calls it as he sees it

Posted on October 29, 2011 by

PRLog (Press Release) – Oct 29, 2011 – I don’t care too much for your report – You are too nitpicky – You are a deal killer – You scared my clients away from a perfectly good house – We … Continue reading →

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16% of transactions tank in June, finger pointing going wild

Posted on July 26, 2011 by

One big industry of professionals Builders, inspectors, lenders, underwriters, lawyers, investors, title reps, appraisers, and of course agents, we are all part of the Real Estate industry. While we certainly aren’t required to like every person we come into contact … Continue reading →

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Code enforcement not a home inspector’s job

Posted on June 11, 2011 by

A recent series of telephone conversations with a previous client concerning building codes developed into an interesting topic of discussion that home inspectors have talked about for years. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/homegarden/2015288438_homefix11.html?syndication=rss

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The Older Home: Home inspectors check out common issues

Posted on June 6, 2011 by

Homebuyers who fall in love with older homes need to make sure they are inspected by a professional to avoid any surprises. The Older Home: Home inspectors check out common issues.

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Home inspector: Home inspections are not just for buyers

Posted on June 3, 2011 by

As a seller, it’s better to provide disclosure than waiting for disclosure to  happen to you. http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20110603/entlife/706039947/#

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Foreclosure Shopping: What to Look for

Posted on May 25, 2011 by

Eye-opening ridealong with a home inspector reveals that there are often lots of hidden problems with those foreclosed homes. http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/dpp/news/housing_market/foreclosure-shopping-what-to-look-for-5-23-2011

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Buyer Beware: Understand ‘as is’ when buying a foreclosed home – Real Estate – Modbee.com

Posted on May 15, 2011 by

When it comes to the housing market for foreclosures, buyer beware. Buyer Beware: Understand ‘as is’ when buying a foreclosed home – Real Estate – Modbee.com.

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Don’t Worry, the Home Warranty will Cover That..NOT!

Posted on May 6, 2011 by

I have to say, I hear this ALL the time myself. Having had home warranties for my own personal homes, I can tell you there is a reason why home warranty companies have had the most complaints on Angie’s List … Continue reading →

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Pay to play home inspectors are unethical

Posted on March 20, 2011 by

Something to ponder before using your real estate agents “preferred home inspector”. Ok, so I have been in the real estate industry for a while now, and as an ethical home inspector I have seen a lot of things in … Continue reading →

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