Q. I am the broker of a large real estate company. In my area, most home inspectors use computerized reports, with photos of the defects they disclose. Very few still use the old fashioned, ...

The new default property inspection forms drafted by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are scheduled to go into effect no later than Jan. 1, 2016. The National Association of Mortgage Field Services (NAMFS) ...

Amy Fontinelle is a freelance writer, researcher and editor who brings a journalistic approach to personal finance content. Since 2004, she has worked with lenders, real estate agents, consultants, ...

A home inspection is a professional, third-party inspection of a property that you intend to buy. Its goal is to evaluate the home from a structural and safety standpoint, as well as to ensure you’re ...

AI-powered tools are increasingly used in home inspections to speed up reporting, improve accuracy, and provide instant access to building codes, while still requiring human oversight. Industry ...

Q: I am the broker of a large real estate company. In my area, most home inspectors use computerized reports, with photos of the defects they disclose. Very few still use the old-fashioned, ...