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Home inspector sees interaction from baby boomers, aging in place and reverse mortgages

Housing Wire

home equity based on different estimates its easy to see the potential impact that such a large cohort has on a variety of different businesses, including home inspections. But one impact that Cook has observed in his own business at least anecdotally is an apparent mistrust that older buyers have for new construction.

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The 11 do’s and don’ts of buying a new build

Housing Wire

Navigating the home buying process often begins with deciding between a new build or an existing homeand while new construction offers exciting possibilities, it also comes with unique challenges. Construction delays and final walkthroughs Construction timelines are fluid and delays can happen.

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Florida Housing Sets New Bar With $285M New Construction Listing

Marco Santarelli

The Florida housing market is undeniably hot right now, making headlines with a record-breaking $285 million new construction home hitting the market. According to Realtor.com , this ocean-to-lake estate is poised to shatter records as the most expensive new construction single-family home in the country. Absolutely not!

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Eight startups selected for NAR’s REACH tech program

Housing Wire

The eight companies selected for the 2025 REACH program have the potential to drive meaningful change across real estate now and well into the future, said Ashley Stinton, managing partner of NAR REACH.

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Is a New Construction Home Inspection Needed?

Maximum Exposure Real Estate

Should You Hire a Home Inspector For a New House? Should you get a new construction home inspection? When you buy an existing home, a home inspection isn’t a difficult decision. The post Is a New Construction Home Inspection Needed? But if you are buying […].

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New Construction Final Walk-Through Checklist: Ensuring a Seamless Home Inspection

Rochester Real Estate

New Construction Final Walk-Through Checklist – Ensuring a Seamless Home Inspection A new construction final walk-through checklist is essential in inspecting a newly built home. What is a New-Build Walk-Through? Who Should Participate in a New Home Walkthrough?

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Appraising New Construction: Guidance for Follow-Up Inspections

McKissock

While most appraisals only require a single field visit—and in some cases none—when it comes to appraising new construction, you may need to visit the property several times. You will also need to conduct a final inspection. Inspection during construction. Final inspection. Don’t be lenient.