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How to Keep Your Sanity During the Closing Process

May 7, 2026 by Robby Oakes

You found the home. Your offer was accepted. Everything should feel exciting… right?

And then comes closing.

Suddenly there are emails, documents, deadlines, inspections, and about 47 things you didn’t realize you’d need to sign. Even the most laid-back buyers can start to feel overwhelmed during this phase.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Closing Process, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

Find Something Wrong During a Home Inspection? How to Discuss Repairs or Defects with a Seller

April 12, 2024 by Robby Oakes

When it comes to selling a home, it is a common belief that once the offer is accepted, there is nothing else to be negotiated. However, issues and obstacles that can arise during the home inspection can be a cause for discussion with the seller. Here are some tips in the event that the home inspection isn’t up to par.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

Buying Your First Home? Here’s Why You’ll Need to Ensure You Have a Proper Home Inspection

February 17, 2023 by Robby Oakes

At the point where the buyer finds a home and decides to make an offer, the contract should be written contingent on an acceptable inspection. If serious issues are found, the buyer has the options of requesting certain items to be fixed, to be compensated for the costs of repair, for a lower purchase price or to cancel the contract.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

Investing in a New Home? 3 Reasons You Can’t Skip the Pest Inspection

July 28, 2017 by Robby Oakes

There are so many small details involved in the final sale of a home that it can be easy to forget about all of the things that need to be done. While you won’t be able to forget about a home inspection, a pest inspection can be every bit as important before you sign on the dotted line. If you’re wondering why you shouldn’t forego this important step, consider the following information.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

Find Something Wrong During a Home Inspection? How to Discuss Repairs or Defects with a Seller

November 4, 2015 by Robby Oakes

When it comes to selling a home, it is a common belief that once the offer is accepted, there is nothing else to be negotiated. However, issues and obstacles that can arise during the home inspection can be a cause for discussion with the seller. Here are some tips in the event that the home inspection isn’t up to par.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

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