Last month, we discussed the advantages of performing home inspections during the rainy season. But that’s not the only factor to bear in mind when inspecting homes in the southwest Florida summer. As you’ve no doubt noticed, when we’re not ...

It's July here in southwest Florida, and we're now experiencing our usual summertime afternoon thunderstorms. As any homeowner knows, this kind of weather can cause big problems: leaky roofs and windows, flood-damaged slabs and foundations, and a whole slew of ...

A lot of things can go wrong in a home over the years. Weather damage, accidents, and the simple aging of materials and appliances can all cause problems. But one thing I really hate to see is when a do-it-yourself ...

A home inspection is a vital part of a real estate transaction for sellers as well as buyers. But ultimately, buyers stand the most to lose. Once a sale is final, you're stuck with the home as-is.  When you think ...

Believe it or not, the 2021 hurricane season is just around the corner. We're less than two months away from June 1. And I know there's been a lot on your mind this year already, but I have to ask: ...

Appraisals and home inspections are both important parts of a real estate transaction. They both involve analyzing and assessing the property, and the providing a report based on the findings. So what's the difference? What They Find In short: An ...