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Multi-Unit Dwellings and Fire What a Buyer Should Know A detail-oriented home inspector, who is inspecting a newer multi-unit dwelling, will look for a party wall between units. This article goes over the importance of party walls. Crawl Space Water A common problem in the Pacific Northwest is standing water in a crawl space or a basement. When the Appearance Can Make the Sale In today’s declining market, the importance of home appeal is becoming more and more apparent. So what can you do to make your home more appealing to buyers? A Buyers Agent Can Save You Time And Money You search and search, viewing dozens of properties online, you call on ads from the newspaper and real estate magazines, yet you still haven’t found the right home. What are you missing? Lead Based Paint What a Buyer Should Know Anytime a person buys an older home, it is only logical to assume that some lead-based paint is on the premises. Typically, this is not much of a concern unless the paint is flaking off or if a major renovation is planned. Underground Fuel Tanks What Buyers Should Know When it is disclosed, or discovered, that an old underground fuel tank exists on a lot, that can create a number of problems at closing. The information below is current and provides insight into how to best deal with this possibility so complications, and delays at closing, can be avoided. Private Wells What a Buyer Should Know Buyers, purchasing a home with a well for the first time, often know nothing about the biology or mechanics of a well. The brief article below will provide some simple but essential information. The Facts About Septic Tank Inspections There are a number of reasons why the standard home inspection does not include a detailed inspection of septic systems. The article below gives insight into some of the problems a home inspector would run into if he or she attempted to inspect septic systems. Essential Mobile and Manufactured Home Jargon Mobile and manufactured homes, being different than stick-built homes, have some of their own unique components and systems. Many of the terms are unfamiliar to the uninitiated. The article below will de-mystify some of the language associated with these homes. Getting Ready For the Home Inspection A home inspection can have a major impact on whether a real estate deal is completed or not. Therefore, it is in the best interest of realtors to understand the inspection process and to do what they can to make sure the inspection goes smoothly. Home Inspection And The Facts While a home inspector looks for significant issues and deficiencies, another part of the job consists of providing basic factual information to the client. Often, this factual information, when put in perspective, provides valuable insight into the condition of the home. Parameters Of The Professional Home Inspection Many consumers do not understand the role of the residential home inspector during the standard real estate transaction. The information below explains the function of the home inspector and gives insight into what a buyer or seller should, and should not, expect from the professional home inspector. Asbestos In The Home Many building products, over the years, have contained asbestos. Many of these products are still present in homes that were built prior to the mid-1980’s. So What exactly should you know about asbestos? Take a look…. The Lesser Known Inspection – The Draw Inspection Most people know that the home inspector inspects homes for buyers and sellers. A lesser known inspection is called the “draw” inspection. This type of inspection is provided, as part of a construction loan, for banks and other financial institutions. Home Inspection and Appliances Many home inspectors not only check the critical components and systems of a home, but also try to give an overview of the status of the household appliances. The information below gives some insight into how this evaluation is done. Home Inspections: Conducive Conditions and Your Home Conducive conditions are circumstances that unnecessarily attract wood destroying organisms to the home. Perhaps the most common such conducive condition, that takes place right in front of the homeowner’s eyes, is vegetation or plants growing against the wood structure of the home. Critical Areas During A Home Inspection A home inspector looks at the structure and many systems and components in the home. While this information is all helpful to the buyer, the fact remains that a few key locations at the home tend to be those areas where the most dangerous safety issues are found. Heating in the Home, What to Look For When Buying a Home Does the home you plan to buy have sufficient sources of heat? Maybe it does and maybe it does not. Heating problems are common in older homes and, surprisingly enough, in new homes as well. A few of the most common problems are described below. Wood Destroying Organisms, What to Look For When Buying a Home When wood destroying organisms are found during a home inspection, what can and should be done about it? Does the remedy entail wood replacement, or merely hiring someone to apply a pest control treatment? Some of the questions you might have about this process are answered below. Preasure Treated Lumber: Home Inspections Home inspectors cite wood to earth contact as a condition that will, eventually, lead to decay of the wood. Sometimes, the wood that is in contact with the soil is pressure treated lumber that is designed for that purpose. This article gives advice on what could be considered appropriate uses for pressure treated lumber. Problems For a Home Inspector A home inspection, because it is a visual inspection by a trained professional, has a certain number of built in limitations. An inspector cannot see into walls. However, when the utilities at a home have been shutoff, such as water, gas and electricity, that imposes limitations on the inspection and that severely impedes the overall quality of the inspection. Home Inspectors and the Re-inspection On the surface, it sounds simple enough. But, in fact, the simple re-inspection of a previously inspected home or property is very high liability to the working home inspector. A synopsis of the complexities of the re-inspection process, and why it worries home inspectors, is provided below. Home Inspections: Unsafe Decks Decks are so commonplace that people tend to take them for granted. In fact, decks that are not well maintained can pose a serious safety risk to life and limb. Home Inspections: Wood Burning Stoves in Your Home Wood burning devices, such as fireplaces and stoves, are among the most dangerous systems found in the home. Poor installation, or lack of maintenance, can lead to a serious fire hazard. The Benefits of Natural Paints and Finishes for Your Home A toxic home results from a combination of synthetic paints, toxic emissions from furniture and carpets and poor air quality. The effect of these toxic elements leads to higher incidents of sickness, allergies, headaches and lung disorders. A Sense to Sell: The Role of Smell in Home Staging Success Home staging addresses and refines the numerous sensory impacts a home will have on potential buyers. One important sense, that is sometimes overlooked, is that of smell. Smell, triggers memory which triggers emotion. Energize Your Kitchen With Color Somehow, once the rush of Christmas is over, we have time on our hands. But usually at this time of the year, it has to be indoor time, so how about a low-key face lift for your place, specifically to 'brighten' your kitchen? Why The Pacific North West? "Why would you want to move to the Pacific North West?", I was once asked over the phone by my friend from back east. "Doesn't it rain there all the time?" I smiled as I squinted in the bright sunshine, attempting to answer this question. New Construction Inspections Do you need a home inspection on a brand new home? Isn’t the builder good enough indication that a new home doesn’t come with any problems? Don’t be fooled, even the most detail oriented, conscious builder can make mistakes. Home Inspector Speak, A Real Estate Professionals View Are you confused with some of the jargon used with home inspectors. Don't be confused, here are some of the terms that inspectors use. Mold, Causes and Remediation Living in Washington most of us are familiar with moisture. Moisture in a home can lead to mold; so how do you handle a mold situation? Mold In The House Are you concerned with mold in your home? What is the difference between toxic mold and non-toxic mold? Want to know the real deal on mold? Read on for information. What’s up With Condo Living? Living in a condo is has it's pros and cons, some people love then some would live in one. Here are some the reasons why buyers choose condos, and others stay away. Builder’s Warranty Versus Home Inspection Do you need a home inspection on a brand new home? Isn’t the builder good enough indication that a new home doesn’t come with any problems? Don’t be fooled, even the most detail oriented, conscious builder can make mistakes. Buyers Who Do Their Own Home Inspections Why hire a licensed home inspector when you can have uncle Joe do it for you? After all, he’s a licensed contractor. You may be doing more harm than good by putting the fate of your new home in the hands of an untrained home inspector. Bellingham, WA Goes Green! At the 2007 Green Power Leadership Awards, the city of Bellingham, WA was named the "Green Power Partner of the Year". These awards are sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and the Center for Resource Solutions (CRS); their purpose is to recognize individuals or companies supporting the development of renewable electricity sources. Using a Buyers Agent When Purchasing a Home When purchasing a home it is recomended that a buyer work with an agent. Your agent will help you with all steps through the sales process & help you achieve your goals. Top Ways to Boost Your Homes Value Before Selling There are many items to be done to your home before selling. In this article there are tips on what you should do to your home before selling to get top dollar. Sellers Tips: Home Sale Preparation So you are selling your home and need a little guidance on getting it ready for the droves of interested buyers that will be coming to see what you have to offer? No problem. Getting a home ready for shows is a pretty simple thing. Proper Pricing For A Quick Sale Perhaps the most important aspect of any home sale is how the home is priced. As this is a fairly big claim, allow me to explain. Virtually ANY home can be sold if it is priced correctly. Now, proper pricing is not always the number that the owner has in mind as they undoubtedly have an emotional tie to the home and will tend to price a home with their heart instead of their head. Intelligent Fixes For Home Sales When it comes to selling a home there are certain things that a seller can fix up to increase the home's allure. But there are also things that won't really help the home to sell and a seller should be able to distinguish these things from each other. Is Redoing The Kitchen Worth It During Home Sales? This has been a question that has seen much press and attention when referring to homes sales. Kitchens are a popular room to redo before selling a home as they are one of the classic "show points" in any home show. Also it is a room that can be very easily improved and upgraded. Landscaping your Home For Better Curb Appeal One of the most visual elements of any home is the yard and gardens. They may seem to take a backseat to custom interiors and rooms but they play a huge role in a home's appeal. If you are selling your home now is a great time to improve the yard as the weather is fantastic. Thinking About the Flooring in your Home When preparing your home for sale in any market, sellers need to do something for their home that sets it apart from the other homes listed locally. One great way to catch the eye of buyers is with new floors. Floors are one of the major design aspects of a home and every other element of a room has to mesh with the floor of the room just looks plain wrong. The New Whatcom Project For years the Bellingham downtown was seen as an industrial area. With heavy industry dominating much of the waterfront there was little room for development. This, however is a situation that has changed. The revitalization of the Bellingham waterfront is underway! Saving Energy In The Home At a time where there is a growing energy shortage and with the rising costs of the energy that is available home owners are seeking ways to keep their monthly energy bills down. Energy conservation is not nearly as expensive as some people might think.

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