So you’ve found your dream home — a newly built abode with that fresh paint smell, pristine countertops and sleek flooring. As an added bonus, you’re the first one to call it yours. You might even ...

Q: You often recommend home inspections for new homes, but in my case, this has proved to be unnecessary. Since buying my home about six months ago, I’ve had two problems, and the builder repaired ...

If you thought you wouldn’t have to get an inspection for your brand-new house, think again. This massive building inspection fail shows even a new home needs a good pair of eyes on it. Texas-based ...

Greg Daugherty has worked 25+ years as an editor and writer for major publications and websites. He is also the author of two books. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, ...

The new offering, used by major real estate firms, gives confidence and protection to homebuyers and can accelerate the selling process by up to three weeks PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hippo, ...

You might need an inspection before your insurance company will cover your home. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take ...

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Q: My wife and I have put an offer on a house that the sellers have owned for only seven months and have been transferred out of state. The sellers have offered us their home inspection report from ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Home warranties work a lot like insurance for your home’s systems and appliances. If something goes wrong, you pay a deductible, and the home warranty ...