THE DAMNGOOD GUIDE
Articles by Fred Rodrigues
Practical answers for buying, owning, building and insuring a Florida home. Choose the question that matches your next decision.
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Can You Use an Inspector Recommended by Your Agent?
Evaluate an agent-recommended inspector using the assigned person’s qualifications, scope, report explanation and communication, while making your own choice.
Read the guideHow much does a home inspection cost in Florida?
Pre-Purchase Inspections from $550 for homes under 2,000 sq ft and 60 years old or less. See what affects your quote and compare inspection reports.
Read the guideHome Warranties and Builder Warranties: Read the Actual Coverage
Understand how builder warranties and home warranty service contracts differ, then check actual coverage, exclusions, deadlines and claim instructions.
Read the guideQuestions to Ask Before and After a Home Inspection
Ask useful questions about a home inspection’s scope, access, report timing and findings so you can plan further evaluation before your deadline.
Read the guideHome Inspection Red Flags: Decide What Needs Follow-Up
Use inspection red flags to identify what needs prompt attention or specialist evaluation without treating an observation as a complete diagnosis.
Read the guideChoosing an Inspector: Qualifications, Experience and Scope
Assess a home inspector’s qualifications, experience and agreed scope so the inspection can support your property decisions with clearer information.
Read the guide4 Point vs. Pre-Purchase Inspection: which do you need?
Compare the purpose, scope and next steps for a 4 Point Inspection and a Pre-Purchase Inspection before buying a Florida home.
Read the guideCareer paths for home inspectors in Florida
Explore home inspection career development, Florida licensing requirements and the limits of moving into specialist or code-inspection work.
Read the guideChoosing a Home Inspector for a Miami-Area Property
Choosing an inspector for a Miami-area property? Verify licensing, compare the proposed scope and confirm address-specific service availability.
Read the guideWho Pays for a Home Inspection: Buyer or Seller?
Learn who commonly pays for a buyer’s or seller’s home inspection and why your written agreement and actual quote determine the payment arrangements.
Read the guideWhen Do You Need a Home Inspection or Insurance Report?
Distinguish a buyer’s home inspection from reports requested by an insurer, lender or contract, and confirm the specific requirement for your property.
Read the guideWhich Home Inspection Findings Need Further Evaluation?
Use home inspection findings to decide which concerns need specialist evaluation, additional access or repair estimates before your next property decision.
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