Home Buying & The Inspection Proces

A seller's disclosure shows what the seller knows. A home inspection shows what's visible today. Learn how Missouri buyers can use both before closing.

A home inspector's plain-language guide to the home buying process, from showings and inspections to red flags and repairs. Now a Kindle ebook on Amazon.

A home inspection and final walkthrough serve two very different purposes. Learn what buyers should check at each stage, when each happens, and how inspections, repairs, builder punch lists, and final walkthroughs work together before closing.

Touring several homes can quickly become a blur. This home buyer comparison workbook helps you capture important details, compare major systems, recognize potential concerns, and make a more informed decision before submitting an offer.

Meet Inspector Scout, a new coloring book designed to help kids ages 4–7 learn how homes work, what home inspectors look for, and how common inspection tools are used—all while coloring, exploring, and having fun.

Home inspection vs. appraisal: one checks the home's condition, the other its value. See who requires which, who pays, and why most Missouri buyers need both.

Your home inspection found a major problem? Don't panic. Here's a step-by-step buyer's guide: understand the finding, get estimates, negotiate, and decide.

"As-is" doesn't mean skip the inspection. See what as-is really means for Missouri buyers, your inspection rights, and how it ties to your risk tolerance.

Home inspection tips for sellers: 5 simple ways to prepare your home before selling, from light bulbs to attic access, for a cleaner, faster inspection report.