Articles related to home inspections for buyers and sellers.  Safety tips for home owners.

Electrical Wiring

Electrical wiring can be a serious, and possibly deadly problem if overlooked during an inspection. The home inspection professional should check the electrical box to make sure that it is capable of supplying the needed power throughout the home. Older homes may have wiring that is not up to code, which the new home buyer will have to upgrade if not discovered before the inspection. Insulation on old wiring wears away after time, which can cause fires.

House Grading

The grade of the home and the lot is one of the most overlooked issues for home buyers. To avoid lower-level moisture and foundation issues, the property around the home must slope slightly away from the home. Experts suggest a slope of around one inch per foot for…

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Last week, we started talking about how you can become a homeowner with our "How to Become a Homeowner in 10 Steps: Steps 1 - 5" blog post. This week, we're continuing with steps 6 - 10, the final steps to homeownership.

Step 6: Gather the Funds

Now that you've chosen the right home for you and your family, you need to select the right loan. Yes, you've been pre-approved for a specific loan amount, but there are hundreds of different loan types and lenders out there. Answering the questions below will help determine which kind of loan will be most suitable to your situation and needs.

  • How much would you like to put down?
  • How is your credit?
  • Are you a first-time buyer?

In order to get the actual loan, you'll need to fill out an…

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Radon Gas IS Something You Should be Aware of...

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You cannot get rid of Radon; there is no such thing as zero radon gas.  It is here to stay.  Radon is a carcinogenic gas that is hazardous to inhale. Build-up of radon in homes is a health concern and many lung cancer cases are attributed to radon exposure each year. About 12% of lung cancers and more than 20,000 Americans die of radon-related lung cancer each year. The Surgeon General of the United States has issued a Health Advisory warning Americans about the health risk from exposure to radon in indoor air.  Dr. Carmona, the Nation's Chief Physician urged Americans to test their homes to find out how much radon they might be breathing.  He also stressed the need to remedy the…

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