A home inspection can reveal issues that may not only affect the sale of your home, but also give buyers leverage to lower their offer, request repairs—or back out entirely. To avoid costly surprises, ...

Buyers treat inspections as a second round of price negotiation, and if you wait for their report to land, you are already on ...

The final walk-through takes only an hour, but it can save you from costly surprises and ensure you're getting exactly what ...

Inspectors say things like structural issues, roof failure, and mold could lead to major and expensive problems down the line ...

A buyer can back out of a home purchase even after signing a contract if all agreed-upon contingencies are not met. Common reasons for buyers to back out include issues revealed during a home ...

Buyers who make too many demands for home sellers to make repairs are renegotiating the contract and could put the deal at risk. GETTY There’s a lot of give-and-take when it comes to buying a house.

One of the most important steps homebuyers can take — especially first-timers — is to have a thorough inspection before they finalize their purchase. Whether you have plenty of experience from owning ...

Home inspections are typically done within seven to 14 days of the property going under contract. A home inspection on an average-sized property can take anywhere from two to four hours. Foundation ...