Real Estate Investing for Beginners Many home inspectors are curious about how to get into real estate. Real estate investment can be a complicated endeavor, but the following tips provide an excellent foundation for new investors. Understanding the Basics of Real Estate Investing While anyone can find success in real estate investing, it’s important to…
If you’ve been laid off, furloughed, or are just ready for a career change but don’t know where to start, this is the article for you. Chances are you’ve spent your career learning new things and honing your skills but may not be sure that they’ll be able to help you on your journey to…
Starting out in any new career can be intimidating. Starting a new career during an economic downturn? That’s no easy feat. A home inspection is a necessary and vital part of the home buying and selling process, and luckily for you, people will always buy and sell real estate regardless of what the economy is…
Termites are known as “silent destroyers” because of their ability to chew through wood, flooring, and even wallpaper, all while being undetected. Termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage to a house, depending on the colony’s age and location. According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause more than $5 billion in damage…
Buying insurance is a highly necessary step in building your own home inspection business. Less fun than designing your company logo and less interesting than training for your home inspection license, the process is anything but exciting. Still, home inspector insurance is a vital resource you simply can’t operate without. Resist the urge to shrug off this important item off…
Inspecting the physical condition of a home is a critical part of the homebuying process. Given that the sale is first and foremost a legal transaction, it makes sense that home inspectors work with an eye toward the possible legal ramifications of their actions. While the vast majority of your work will likely not result…
Trees are some of nature’s most glorious specimens. They create small ecosystems, provide shade and bring serious character to any yard. Wooded lots are indeed a draw for many homebuyers, but they come with their own set of maintenance duties. In addition to raking, trimming and pruning, homeowners must keep an eye on the…
When it comes to buying a house, there are a million regulations to follow. Whether dictated by the lender extending the mortgage, the homeowner’s insurance company, or by the state, it seems there are countless hoops to jump through before closing. Of course, the requirements differ slightly for every home that is bought or sold…