Buying a new home is exciting, and it’s almost too easy to just jump in and fall in love with a home. Inspecting it carefully, however, is crucial. All too often, a home that looks amazing might turn out to be a money pit once it’s inspected a little bit more closely. Those who are…
An estimated six million homes were bought and sold in the United States during the last year for which information is available. Some reports show that as many as 50,000 businesses were also placed on the market. On top of that, home and business repairs and remodeling projects surpassed $400 billion during that same year.…
A commercial property inspection is one of the simplest and most effective ways to ensure that your commercial real estate investment will be successful. Maintenance is an enormous part of that. Working with an unbiased, professional property inspector that you’ve vetted and chosen is a great way to put those protections in place. …
Commercial real estate acquisitions function to increase the value of a business. When purchasing a property, business owners focus on the potential return on investment and the residual value of the property. Once the buyer gets the property, the inspections function to identify any potential problem areas, so they receive attention promptly. What should an…
Have you found your dream home in Tulsa? Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you schedule a home inspection to avoid buying a money pit. A new house can look almost perfect. A walkthrough might not reveal any significant structural issues or severe repair needs. However, what you can’t see below the surface can…
Buying a home is the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, at least until you buy your next home. And since it’s such an investment, you want to make sure you’re spending your money well. Just like you wouldn’t buy a car without a history and quality report, you shouldn’t buy a house without a home…
The United States boasts about 420,000 licensed structural engineers, with the number steadily rising. Structural engineers are the great architects of this expansive terrestrial ball we call earth. It’s because of structural engineers that we have large, lofty skyscrapers, bridges, dams, and other such structures. However, you don’t need to be building a skyscraper or…
The average home in Tulsa sells for around $191,000. While affordable by national standards, it’s still a huge investment. Getting a home inspection is the easiest way to make sure you’re making the best decision as a buyer and listing the house for the right price as a seller. During the inspection, you’ll find out…
“Wow, that was quick and easy!” You can bet you’ll never hear those words from anyone who has just bought a house. The home-buying process is long and complex. Some buyers are tempted to skip as many steps as they can, including real estate inspections. In too many cases, they face the expensive and dangerous consequences…
The home buying process is exciting, but it should always be done with diligence and caution. If you’re not careful, you can be locking yourself into a future with a home that isn’t properly equipped to provide shelter for your family. That will result in spending thousands of dollars you could’ve avoided. That’s why Tulsa…
