Category Archives: pre list

Condition of Indianapolis homes inspected in 2011 much worse than previous years

Posted on December 26, 2011 by

According to our own statistical data, only 35% of Indianapolis homes inspected in 2011 were considered to be in “good” condition. This is down sharply from 2010 where we saw 43% and in 2009 46% respectively. The over abundance of … Continue reading →

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Hire a home inspector … and have peace of mind

Posted on September 16, 2011 by

Nearly everyone has heard horror stories of excited homeowners who have purchased their “dream home” only to discover they’ve invested in a money pit. That’s why, whether you are buying or selling a piece of property, home inspections are critical to … Continue reading →

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Angie’s List: Home inspections not just for buying/selling WTHR 13

Posted on August 29, 2011 by

Most people take their car for regular maintenance but neglect to give their home the same care. Just like miles adding up on the car, the years can take a toll on your house. “One Angie’s List member decided after … 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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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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Revealing your home’s past to buyers protects you!

Posted on May 29, 2011 by

There’s a difference between enhancing your home’s appeal and misrepresenting its condition. That’s why you’re required by law, as a seller, to disclose many aspects of your home’s current and past condition. http://www.blanconews.com/news/100533/#share

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3 Reasons Sellers Should Hire Their Own Home Inspectors

Posted on April 27, 2011 by

DEAR BARRY: In one of your columns, you recommended that sellers hire a home inspector, even though the buyers would probably hire an inspector of their own. As a seller, this concerns me http://www.inman.com/buyers-sellers/columnists/barrystone/3-reasons-sellers-should-hire-own-inspector

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Code of ethics for home inspectors

Posted on February 28, 2011 by

As with any industry home inspectors are required to follow a strict code of ethics. There are generally two types of codes of ethics for home inspectors. 1) Home inspection organizations such as InterNACHI 2) In states where licensing is required, … Continue reading →

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Pre-listing home inspections give sellers an edge in competitive market

Posted on February 11, 2011 by

Unless you have been living under a rock for the past two years, you already know it is a buyers market out there and sellers of owner occupied homes need to do everything they can to gain an edge. Sales … Continue reading →

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