Ventura County California Home Buyer Tips
Home Buyer Tips
Here are a few things to think about as you start your home search. Educate yourself on today’s issues before making any offers. Knowledge you gain today can save you headaches down the road!
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Asbestos Concerns - Home Buyer Tips
Many sales agreements mention asbestos by saying “the buyer is aware asbestos may be used in the construction of this home.” This can be a little unsettling. Asbestos is a known carcinogen…
Home Heating Sources - Home Buyer Tips
Heating and cooling systems are some of the most important investments you’ll ever make in your home. Heating and cooling accounts for 44% of your home’s energy use …
Insulation "R" Values - Home Buyer Tips
The most important thing to be aware of with insulation, other than the safety issues of urea formaldehyde and asbestos (covered elsewhere), is the R-value, or the insulating factor. The higher the number, the better the insulator…
Home Insurance - Home Buyer Tips
When purchasing a home, you will need to acquire homeowners insurance. In fact, all lenders will require a policy be in force prior to funding the loan …
Lead Paint - Home Buyer Tips
All sellers with homes built prior to 1978 are required to fill out a lead-based paint disclosure form and provide you, the buyer, with a lead-based paint educational booklet in any sale …
Plumbing Alert - Home Buyer Tips
You will spot several different types of plumbing systems in any housing market, including your own. Copper, galvanized, rigid plastic, polybutylene, and soft plastic are but a few. Certain systems are more prone to having certain problems …
Lap Siding - Home Buyer Tips
When you are checking out homes, there are several items in our market you need to be aware of – including man-made siding. A lot has been said about …
Thinking of Stucco? - Home Buyer Tips
Energy Efficient Windows - Home Buyer Tips
Home Wiring - Home Buyer Tips
Contact Information
BLAKE MASHBURN
Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates, REA
1190 S. Victoria Avenue, Suite #100
Ventura CA 93003
Direct: 805-836-4321
Office: 805-650-0555