What Big Maintenance Issues Should I Know About Before Making an Offer?

WHAT BIG MAINTENANCE ISSUES SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT BEFORE MAKING AN OFFER?

​Ready to buy a home? Avoid major maintenance issues down the road by asking about the age of the roof, A/C unit(s), and other large ticket items, and by looking for signs of water-related issues like flooding and leaks.

Of course, once you've made an initial offer on a home, you want to have a professional inspector look at the home thoroughly to discover both larger and smaller issues you may not know about. You'll also want to talk to your insurance agent about flood zones and the need for flood insurance.