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• Chimney Repairs: Be Careful of Who You Hire

  

  I don't get hired to re-inspect chimney repairs often, but when I do, I'm often disgusted. Here's how it works: the home inspector says the chimney needs... Read more

  The 02 August 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• Exhaust Gas Leaks on Boilers

  

  Without question, the biggest problem that I find with boilers on old Minneapolis and Saint Paul homes is leaking exhaust gas. While every heating contractor... Read more

  The 26 July 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• Lifestyle Factors

  

  I saw this article in Realtor Magazine......some food for thought about what people are looking for in new home. And, reviewing what people are looking for may... Read more

  The 23 July 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• Water Softener Installation Defects

  

  I'm not sure if it's handy homeowners or negligent contractors that are responsible, but I find the same installation defects on water softeners over and over... Read more

  The 19 July 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• Is Estimated Market Value from the Tax Records a Good Estimate of What a Propert...

  

  Good question. While Estimated Market Value can be useful as a benchmark, especially when comparing very similar properties, it is useful more as a guide to... Read more

  The 08 July 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• What Will Happen If Your Sump Pump Fails?

  

  Most houses with sump pumps rely on the pumps to keep the basement from flooding. When a big rain storm comes through, the sump pump will really be needed... an... Read more

  The 05 July 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• Pets

  

  I was in a home this week that had a dog. I LOVE animals, but when I see a pet in a home, my advice is to remove it while the home is on the market. Buyers may... Read more

  The 25 June 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• The Best Time in History to Buy a House?

  

  One of the most compelling posts I read supporting the position that this is the best time in history to buy a home was posted the end of January by Dr. Steve... Read more

  The 24 June 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• 4 Reasons Not to Make a Counter Offer

  

  Purchase offers usually come in low, and most buyers and sellers expect to do some negotiating to come to an agreement. However, be careful about trying to... Read more

  The 20 June 2011 by   Homesmsp
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• Trapping Your Condensate

  

  In approximately 99.2% of the houses that I inspect, there's a 3/4" hole in the air conditioner ductwork that lets air blow out where it shouldn't. Can you gues... Read more

  The 07 June 2011 by   Homesmsp
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