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5 Ways To Buy A Home On A Budget

5 ways to buy a home on a budget

Are you on the market to buy a home on a tight budget? Don’t let that dream slip away just because you’re tight on funds. Key takeaways: Here are five ways to make up for a limited budget when shopping for a home: 1. Alternative financing While a traditional mortgage may not be feasible with … Read more

How long does a home inspection take?

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How long does a home inspection take? These are the 4 factors that affect the time it takes to do a professional home inspection: #1 The size of the home The larger the home, the longer it takes.  There are more places to go and more things to see. That part is pretty straightforward. #2 Condition … Read more

Why Old Homes Need a Sewer Scope Inspection

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The plumbing system is one of the 5 major areas in every home.  And with a one-of-a-kind ability to create a particularly smelly catastrophe, a home’s main sewer line might be the most critical component in a home.  Why?  Because the sewer line is insidious.  It’s buried outside your home where it stays out of … Read more

The 5 Biggest Complaints with New Construction Homes

5 biggest complaints with new construction homes

Aaah…that new home smell.  It’s the same feeling you get inside a brand-new car. Only 10x better. But if you’ve never bought one before, a home that’s never been occupied can also cause some stress. These are the 5 biggest issues you can expect to find after moving into a Kansas City new construction home. … Read more

7 Things to keep in mind while buying a house in Kansas City

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Buying a house is more than just some land and concrete spread across a few thousand square feet. You’re buying yourself a lifestyle. A space that represents you, your identify, and tastes. The task of finalizing a home for yourself and your family can be nerve-racking. You try to do everything right and yet there … Read more

“Aren’t all home inspections the same?”

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For someone with 16 years and 10,000 inspections under his belt, this question makes me shake my head. And if you happen to be a service provider, yourself, you’ll understand why… It takes time and dedication to master your craft. In fact, they say it’s somewhere between 7-10 years. Years 1-3 you’re a student You’re … Read more

“Can A House Fail The Home Inspection?”

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Can a house fail the home inspection? Nope. A house can’t fail a home inspection. This question comes up occassionally. But a home can fail a city code inspection when your home was built or when future work requires a building permit. The building permit prevents poor craftsmanship because the city inspector gets involved and … Read more

“Why do I need a home inspection?”

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Why Get A Home Inspection? After spending years helping thousands of families save millions of dollars – not to mention their minds, I’m still surprised when I hear this question. It usually comes up in one of three scenarios: Regardless, a home inspection is one of the smartest investments you can make when buying a … Read more