home-inspection-tipsBefore you sign the contract and settle into your new home, you should always consider a home inspection by a certified professional. One big thing that these inspectors do is find problems with the home prior to purchase. That being said, some major problems outside the inspector's scope may go unnoticed.

Here are five overlooked areas to add to your home inspection checklist which can be missed, or may not be covered in your overall home inspection. Get the most out of your home inspection by knowing what is and isn't covered by your company. If you're proactive from the start, you can avoid more headaches and costly repairs in the future.

Electrical Problems

Home inspections are visual, which means the inspector can only detect a problem he…

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austin-real-estateStay connected with the latest Austin real estate news. See what's happening in Austin and stay ahead of the game in this increasingly competitive market. Courtesy of JBGoodwin REALTORS®. This month we feature stories on Fifth & West Residences, the Austin housing market and more.

An Austin housing bubble? Trulia report is nonsense, local experts say, American-Statesman

Agree to disagree? Local Austin real estate experts are not seeing eye to eye with Trulia's recent report which states that Austin has the most overvalued home prices in the US. The report, which was published on Trulia's Bubble Watch blog by chief economist Jed Kolko claims that Austin real estate is 20 percent overpriced. This puts Austin ahead of the likes of LA, Orange County,…

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investment propertiesInvestment properties can intimidating to the first-time investor. When done right however, real estate investment can be very rewarding, and a great source of income. There are several things to consider before purchasing your first investment property. The road to real estate riches is paved with obstacles which can affect your bottom line. Here are some of the things you should and should not do when it comes to purchasing investment properties for the future.

Do: Create a Plan for Your Investment Property

Are you ready to make the investment? In other words, do you have a well thought out plan in front of you? Creating a plan for your investment property can give you more of an idea on what needs to be done. You’re also able to learn whether or…

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