Wiring blamed for Wytheville fire
Southwest Virginia Today
He suggests hiring an electrician or home inspector to evaluate the wiring. “It's better to get it done now,” he said. “You can pay now or you can pay later with these types of homes.” Regarding Tuesday's early morning fire, Vannatter said that Keith ...

DAVID W. MYERS: Comprehensive new survey ranks best states for retirement
Sarasota Herald-Tribune
There's a lot more that older folks need to consider when picking a state to live in during retirement than just home prices and income taxes. DEAR MR. MYERS: You recently listed the 13 states that tax the Social Security payments that retirees receive ...

Buyer questions accuracy of home inspection
Chicago Daily Herald
Q. My home is now in escrow, and I'm having trouble with the home inspector's evaluation of the air conditioner. The A/C has always worked well, but the inspector says it needs repair by a contractor. When I asked him why, he said the refrigerant pipe ...

What Is A Home Inspection And How Do I Hire An Inspector?
Forbes
This inspection is conducted by a qualified and trained home inspector. Seventy-two percent of Americans believed that their home inspection before the purchase of their home helped them avoid potential issues with their home, according to a survey by ...