Q: We've never hired a home inspector and have questions about the protocol for an inspection. Some inspectors, we're told, prefer to work alone, and we’ve heard that some agents discourage buyers ...

Because your agent plays such a central role, choosing who to work with matters. Here's how to find the right real estate ...

You’ve finally found it: the home of your dreams. It’s perfect, and you can’t wait to move in. Before that happens, though, you need to have a home inspection to make sure there are no significant ...