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The Tension Between Home Inspectors and Realtors: Why It Matters to the Homebuyer

There’s a well-known (and often unspoken) conflict that’s been simmering in the real estate world for decades: the uneasy relationship between home inspectors and realtors. Sure, this doesn’t apply to every single home inspector/realtor…

Commercial Building Inspections

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Commercial building inspections. Now, thats a broad subject with more nuances than you may think. Fortunately, Smart Choice Inspection Company knows the nuances and your pitfalls. There are in simple terms two types of commercial building inspection…

HUD manufactured home engineers certificates

Everything the home buyer needs to know about manufactured home foundation certifications

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Call it what you will, manufactured home certifications, HUD certifications, foundation certifications. The truth is, no one seems to agree on what to call them. You’re buying a manufactured home and your lender is suddenly asking for foundation…

Free Repair Estimates

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You needed free repair estimates included with the home inspection. The most frequently asked question I get asked by home buyers and their realtors is “how much will it cost to fix that?” When it comes to the average house or commercial…

If you’re thinking of buying a home with a wet basement, read on.

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If you're thinking of buying a home with a wet basement this is right up your alley. There isn't much more that will make a home buyer more nervous than a wet basement. So, lets take a quick dive into wet basements. Older – pre 1970’s…

Beware! There are no licenses required for home inspectors in Michigan

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Did you know there are no Michigan licensed home inspectors? What? There are no licensing requirements in Michigan. So, I hear this from realtors all the time. "There’s been no consistency from inspectors and inspection companies in the…

Licensed Home Inspectors

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Great licensed home inspectors know that while most defects aren’t deal breakers – nor should they be, defects do affect the perception of value. We should all know a home’s value is directly tied to its perceived condition. Perceived…

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You’re buying peace of mind.

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Thank you for choosing Smart Choice Inspection Company! Call (269) 800-0111 to schedule an inspection, or schedule online using the available links! When you schedule your inspection online, you will receive a confirmation email by this evening – It’s always a busy time during the day. Call Ian at 269-800-0111 if you have questions.

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Smart Choice Inspection Company provides a wide range of commercial and home inspection services to Northwestern Indiana and Southwestern Michigan, including: Michigan City • South Bend • Elkhart • St. Joseph • New Buffalo • Benton Harbor • Stevensville • Niles • Dowagiac • Buchanan • South Haven • Paw Paw • Bridgman • Berrien Springs • Surrounding Areas