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Inspecting a Home - 5 Things to Look For

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As if you don't already have a lot of other things you're thinking about when looking for a home, there are several key things you need to observe as you're walking through a home. As the best real estate agent in Colorado Springs, I know there are a lot of things to remember, but that's why you hire me. I can be your eyes and ears while we walk through a home, and can help you find the perfect fit. While you can't observe everything during a walk-through, if you have the top five things on your mind as you do, you'll be more likely to remember them while inspecting it. Start With The Roof Replacing a roof can be a HUGE investment, especially when you've only just bought a home. When you start looking at a home, start by investigating the roof age and condition. A roof with shingles can last as little as 15-20 years or as much as 50+. Metal roofs can last even longer than that. When you look at the roof, you want to look for dips, pits, shingles that a...

Taking the Mystery Out of Home Inspections

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You've found your dream home, but there's still one thing left to do before making your purchase - a home inspection. This may seem like a complicated step in the home buying process, but it really is quite simple. The Mike MacGuire team is here to make sure that you have all of the knowledge you need to make the best decisions when buying a Colorado Springs home . Here are a few things to remember as you start closing on a home and decide whether a home inspection is a correct option for you. Home Inspections Are Optional A home inspection is not required, but that doesn't mean it isn't valuable. It is your choice as a home buyer to get a home inspection or not. Before making any decisions, you do need to speak with your mortgage company to make sure that a home inspection isn't required in your paperwork. While a home inspection isn't required, there are many good reasons to invest in one! They can give you an idea of what extra maintenance may be req...