When you’re spending a large chunk of money on a home, it’s wise to make sure you know exactly what you’re getting. That’s why a home inspection plays a lead role in the real estate transaction. If ...

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When you’re considering buying a home, a home inspection can help you determine which concessions you should ask for. The key to successful negotiation is to ask for reasonable repairs. Depending on ...

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You’re close to completing the process of buying your new home. While you might be eager to get to the finish line as fast as possible, one important hurdle you still need to conquer is the home ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. The housing market is still tight, due to a perfect storm of factors, and ...