Greg Daugherty has worked 25+ years as an editor and writer for major publications and websites. He is also the author of two books. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, ...

One of the most important steps homebuyers can take — especially first-timers — is to have a thorough inspection before they finalize their purchase. Whether you have plenty of experience from owning ...

Buying your first home represents one of the most significant financial commitments most people will ever make. The ...

More than 1 in 5 homeowners regret buying their current home, according to a NerdWallet survey. Here's how to avoid buyer's remorse. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are ...

Buying a home is one of the most significant investments many people will make, yet the temptation to skip a home inspection ...

What started as a dream home purchase has turned into a costly nightmare for one Fernandina Beach couple, raising questions about the reliability of home inspections and the importance of buyer due ...

Home inspections are typically done within seven to 14 days of the property going under contract. A home inspection on an average-sized property can take anywhere from two to four hours. Foundation ...

Question: We moved here from Milwaukee and signed a purchase contract with $20,000 earnest money for a Goodyear home. We had the right to cancel this purchase contract within the 10-day inspection ...

Buying a home is a dream for many Americans, and one plenty of them have successfully realized. But what happens if that dream becomes a nightmare? For some homeowners, it may be: 22% of homeowners ...