Home inspections 101

A home inspection is a critical part of the home-buying process. But do you know how to choose the right inspector, what to expect when the inspector comes to evaluate a home, and what things the inspector will -- and won't -- look for?

Due to the importance of understanding what to expect with a home inspection, and because of recent changes to Massachusetts home inspection regulations, there are a number of things you should know before starting the process. Here are 12.

– Jesse Nunes, Boston.com
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A home inspection is a critical part of the home-buying process. But do you know how to choose the right inspector, what to expect when the inspector comes to evaluate a home, and what things the inspector will -- and won't -- look for? Due to the importance of understanding what to expect with a home inspection, and because of recent changes to Massachusetts home inspection regulations, there are a number of things you should know before starting the process. Here are 12. – Jesse Nunes, Boston.com
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