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It is time. You are prepared to buy yourself a nice home. You have a stable job. Money is flowing in. You have your life completely together so now you can afford to shop for a home and start a family.

PUT ON THEM BRAKES!

Back up for a moment here. Did you think about your long-term goals? Did you include in those goals room for emergencies? I didn’t think so.

Well, don’t be the next knucklehead on the streets that believes bad stuff only happens to other people. God didn’t give you a tag that stated you have a better future than the rest of us ahead. Instead, you are at risk of disaster just as the next guy on the street.
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This guide will help you know exactly what questions you should be asking when you are looking for a home inspector that will inspect your potential new home. By choosing the right home inspector, you will be providing you and your family with a high level of comfort by allowing yourselves to know if there are any types of problems, disrepair, or breakage within your home. You must choose a home inspector that is professional, knowledgeable, and experienced, by asking just the right questions you will find one that is all of the above.

First, you will want to question what areas of the home the home inspector will inspect. Each government have their own sets of rules in regards to home inspections, therefore you will want to ask up front what is required and that your chosen home inspector will actually look at the required areas. You could ask the inspector for a copy of the checklist they use for inspections, by doing so you will be able to look and see what exactly they will cover. If the inspector will not give you a copy, it may be time to find a different home inspector.
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How would a prospective buyer view your home? That’s the first thing you should ask yourself before putting your home on the market.

A few small changes can make a big difference.

• Is it cluttered? Remove photographs and small items from tabletops; put away kitchen appliances and other items on countertops and tables; organize closets and cabinets; and remove furniture so rooms look bigger.

• Does your yard look messy? Neaten up the lawn and clean drain gutters.
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