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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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Finished Basements Can Hide Serious Defects

Posted on December 10, 2011 by

          Here at MC2 Home Inspections we have been noticing a very alarming trend over the last several years that needs to be brought into the light. It should come as no surprise that the vast majority of home … Continue reading →

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Buying Foreclosures Deal or no Deal?

Posted on October 16, 2011 by

Buyers and would-be investors often look to foreclosure sales to find real estate bargains. But newcomers to this market could find some unpleasant surprises if they go in blind. To get the best deal when buying foreclosures, all homes should … Continue reading →

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Dryer lint can be a serious fire hazard

Posted on September 29, 2011 by

When you think of serious hazards in your home, I bet this one doesn’t come to mind: lint. It’s not a hazard to health, like mold or asbestos, but it can light up fast, and can be a serious fire … Continue reading →

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Warning: Watch for Mold In Empty and Foreclosed Houses

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

Many people believe the banks have shown that they are not very good at managing money.  Without the governments (we the taxpayers) help, many of them would be out of business and the high priced executives would be looking for … Continue reading →

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The value of a home inspection for current homeowners

Posted on September 10, 2011 by
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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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More Foreclosures = More Closed Up Houses = Lots More Mold: What Banks and Realtors Don’t Want to Talk About

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

It’s sort of the STD of this recession’s real estate foreclosure game. Embarrassing, smelly, uncomfortable at best, potentially hazardous if left untreated, and very often a dealbreaker if you are one of the few that tell the truth. Which is … Continue reading →

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As Number Of Foreclosed Homes Grows, So Does Mold

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

July 13, 2011 from WKSU As huge numbers of foreclosed homes continue to work their way through the real estate pipeline, another problem is blossoming — mold. In most homes, as residents go in and out and the seasons change, … Continue reading →

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Bargain or bust? Buying a house as-is

Posted on July 7, 2011 by

By Marcie Geffner • Bankrate.com Many homes are sold “as-is” in this housing crisis. The as-is  strategy benefits sellers, but whether it means a good deal or a headache for  buyers is a more complicated question. Legally speaking, as-is encompasses … Continue reading →

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