Tag buyer education

GENERAL ADVICE, HOME INSPECTION

What You Need To Know About The Building Code Versus Home Inspection

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When A Plumber Says Something Is Not To Code After You Buy A reader recently wrote in with a scenario that comes up more often than you might think. They bought a home about 6 months ago. During some plumbing…

Alex Powell
October 20, 2025

BUYING ADVICE, FIRST TIME BUYER

25 Homebuyer Terms You Need to Know Before You Buy

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Real Estate Terms Every Buyer Should Know Buying a home can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re hearing unfamiliar terms at every turn. That’s why I created this quick glossary of the most common homebuyer terms every homebuyer should know. Whether…