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Finding and buying your dream home can be difficult in a seller’s market. One option you may consider is locating and negotiating to buy an unlisted home.

Home maintenance is key to keeping your home in top notch condition. If you live in a cold climate, here are some of the fall chores that will help you protect your home from harsh weather. https://www.inquirer.com//home-maintenance-fall-chores-ins

Questions to ask your home inspector before, during and after your home inspection. https://www.realtor.com//questions-to-ask-a-home-inspecto/

Thinking about buying a house, condo or townhome? When it comes to determining the current condition of your potential new home, #HouseMaster should be your first call. Here’s why ... https://housemasterbrochure.wordpress.com/

A raised foundation (aka, crawl space) makes a home more susceptible to moisture intrusion, heat loss and pests that can affect the condition of the home. As a homeowner, inspecting a crawl space may be a home maintenance task you don’t care to do. Fortunately, a qualified home inspector can evaluate the space under your home, report on current conditions, and advise remedial action as needed.

Here’s your monthly home maintenance checklist for October. If you’ll be having trick-or-treaters, remember to clear your walkway and porch of debris and eliminate any tripping hazards.

It’s National Fire Prevention Week. Here are some tips from your local home inspector for preventing fires in your home. > Place smoke alarms on every level as specified by local fire code, and test alarms monthly. > Have a qualified chimney professional inspect/clean fireplaces annually. > Ensure that exhaust vents above the stove discharge to the outside, not to the attic.... > Install a fire-rated, self-closing door between the garage and the house. > Ask a licensed electrician about installing Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) in an older home. > Never use extension cords as a replacement for permanent electrical wiring. > Have one of our trained and certified home inspectors evaluate your home for fire safety issues. See more

Timely advice -- how real estate agents can help millennials feel more comfortable buying their first home.

Along with prepping your home for the holidays, here’s your suggested home maintenance checklist for November.

Ask the Expert Should sellers hire their own home inspector? Answer https://www.dailyherald.com//should-sellers-hire-their-own Learn more about our pre-listing inspections for home sellers in this quick video https://vimeo.com/397042595

What causes mold in a home and what should you do if you find it? Watch this helpful video to learn more about household mold.

Live video tours of homes for sale are very popular these days. It’s a good idea to make a list of questions ahead of time to ask your agent during the tour, especially for important areas like the kitchen.

It’s hard to keep track of product recalls for everything that lives in your home. HouseMaster Cloud has built-in recall alerts that can help keep you informed.

Landscaping plays a big part in first impressions of your home. Make sure your curb appeal and all areas around your house help make a good impression.

A friendly reminder to please keep a safe distance and wear a mask during all in-person real estate dealings. Thank you!

When buying a home, a final walkthrough just before closing is highly recommended. Here’s a checklist of what you should look for on a buyer walkthrough.

The bathroom is one area where minor repairs and maintenance are often overlooked by homeowners. It’s our job to document these items during our bathroom inspection. Here’s what we look for.

Did you know you can improve your home maintenance with HouseMaster Cloud? This secure online solution lets you set up maintenance alerts, track projects, and store documents related to your home. HouseMaster Cloud is included with every home inspection we do!