American Society of Home Inspectors, Inc.Whether you are buying or selling a home the home inspection is a major hurdle to clear. A house inspection can be exhausting for both parties and the real estate agents. For almost every home inspection there is probably some kind of problem. Most of the time these issues are minor and fairly simple to negotiate.
One of my goals at the beginning of 2020 was to be a good steward for ASHI and leave this organization a little stronger at the end of my term.
It is easy to assume that real estate agents and REALTORS® are the same things. If you were of this opinion, you’re not alone. A significant percentage of people, even within the industry, interchange the terms Realtor, real estate agent, and a broker. Unfortunately, these three words are often used incorrectly because they don’t have the same meaning.
Buying a house is a significant investment for most people. So you are going to want to make sure you aren’t committing your finances to a money pit. A home inspection can make sure you avoid a costly mistake, but how much do they cost?
As this series of Managing Risk articles wraps up, I hope that you have a better understanding of the importance of pre-inspection agreements and the provisions that make them stronger.
Selling your home can bring up anxieties. On top of that, finding out the results of a home inspection can be unnerving, as you may have to consider unexpected maintenance issues. And now, worries about the coronavirus bring up questions about whether even having a home inspection is safe right now.
There’s no substitute for attending a live, face-to-face professional conference. You’ll meet new people, learn new techniques, discover new tools and explore a new city.
eter Sanderson, a long-time member of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and California Real Estate Inspection Association (CREIA), passed away October 12, 2020.
Many older houses throughout the country have an old style of plumbing trap called a drum trap, which is no longer allowed by model plumbing codes. I’ll explain why it’s no longer allowed and I’ll discuss what you should communicate to your clients when you find drum traps during home inspections.
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