The weather is turning crisp, the leaves are changing colors, and visits to pumpkin patches have started. Fall is here. Many people may not always think about Fall as a time for home maintenance, but it is the perfect time to prep your home for the cooler months....
How To Choose the Right Home Inspector for You
You have been looking for the perfect home and you finally find it! Now you are under contract. So, what comes next? There is the financing, home inspection, earnest money, and waiting, just to name a few. Your realtor has told you to set up a home inspection, but who...
The Safe Home: Protecting What Matters
As owners of RHI, both of us started our careers as educators. When you have that desire to help people learn, you never really lose it no matter what you choose to do in life. That is why after transitioning from teaching, we knew our mission would be to educate our...
Should I Have a Pre-Listing Inspection?
Selling your home is a process, but it can start you on the path of meeting your future goals. There are several steps in the selling process that must align in order to make the sale of your home smooth. One major aspect is having your home inspected. Many people...
Scheduling Home Inspection and Services with RHI : A Guide for Our Clients
Buying a house is simple, right? That is what you might think until you actually start the process. You first need to find the right one, have your offer accepted, and then there is a home inspection, appraisal, loan documents, home insurance, and the list goes on. It...
Scheduling Home Inspections and Services with RHI : An Agent Guide
As a real estate agent, finding that perfect home for your client can have its challenges, yet can be very rewarding in the end. But, before that moment happens, you and your clients have to navigate the inspection, lender, appraisal, and title company. It is a lot to...
Seller’s Guide: What is Your Liability?
You have decided to cash in on the equity of your home with house prices on the rise. Time to sell! You know there are a few things that could or should be updated, but you have heard that homes are selling over the asking price. And some home buyers are even waiving...
Buyer’s Guide: Is a Home Inspection Worth It?
You finally had your offer accepted! Exciting! Now, you are one step closer to buying a home. Next, you will need an earnest deposit, an appraisal through your lender (if you are using one), and a home inspection. That is a lot of money going out at once and you might...
Risks of Skipping a Home Inspection: Agent Liability
Selling and buying a home is full of emotions for several different reasons. For most, buying a house is the biggest purchase they will make. Many just want to find the best home they can for their family. For some, it is a dream come true to own their own house....
What is a Pool and Spa Inspection?
When buying a home with a pool, having the pool inspected for safety, function and condition is an important part of inspecting the home. Having a pool can be a great feature and asset. However, if the pool is not in good working condition, it can also be expensive to...