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How Long Does a Home Inspection Take? A Guide for Investors

Mashvisor

Although home inspections aren’t required by law, most investors can’t afford to do without the benefits they offer. It’s best to find out about potential problems before you make a…

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Electrical Inspection When Buying a House: What Investors Should Know

Mashvisor

An electrical inspection is one of the most critical steps towards buying an investment property. The inspection gives you a chance to ensure that the home complies with the National…

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Septic Inspection: What Property Buyers Should Know

Mashvisor

Investors need to hire an inspector to conduct a general house inspection before purchasing an income property. This usually involves looking at the house’s structure as well as looking for…

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Foundation Inspection: What Investors Should Know

Mashvisor

One of the most important components of a home is its foundation. Because everything else is built on top of the foundation, any problems might become a huge and expensive…

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The 2021 Rental Property Inspection Checklist

Mashvisor

This is why a landlord inspection is important. As a landlord, you know how much work it takes to keep your rental investment profitable and in tip-top condition. You want…

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Certified Appraisers vs. Unlicensed Data Collectors

Appraiserblogs

Fannie Mae will end up creating more instability for the trillions in the bond market – investors will have to process millions of valuations with the physical attributes of the home collected by unlicensed, uninsured, and unprepared individuals getting paid $10-$25 per inspection. AI meets with Fannie Mae regulators to.

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Therefore, you don’t have to fix or account for any issues that might be discovered in a professional home inspection issued by the buyer. Real estate investors also prefer homes that require repairs because they can renovate the property themselves and flip it afterward. It is quicker to sell your home as-is.