Real Estate Unveiled! Podcast

What’s the deal with “fogged” windows? Why do window seals fail? Do windows have warranties? Do warranties transfer to new owners? How does window replacement work? Is DIY a good idea when it comes to window and door installation? What role do windows play in a home’s thermal efficiency? Are there ways that homeowners can improve issues related to in-home environmental sounds (e.g., jet noise) by using specific windows/doors? What is tempered glass? Why is it used? When is it required? What are typical egress requirements for homes? James Montgomery and John Carlson of Island Sash & Door (http://islandsashanddoor.com) answer these and other questions.

How important is it to work with a locally-based mortgage lender? What is a loan underwriter? How often are structural pest inspection reports required by underwriters? Should you show your home inspection report to a mortgage lender? What are some simple things owners can do to ensure a smooth home appraisal from an underwriting perspective? Can you re-negotiate? What are the different, common loan types? Stacy Warner, AVP, Senior Mortgage Loan Originator at Bank of the Pacific (https://www.bankofthepacific.com) stops by to answer these and other questions.

What is asbestos? Can you detect asbestos without testing? Is asbestos only pertinent to older homes? Do popcorn textured ceilings typically have asbestos? What are common home elements that may have asbestos? Are there materials that never contain asbestos? How dangerous is asbestos? How much does asbestos testing cost? Dan Dunne of CAZ Environmental LLC (https://www.cazenviro.com/), an asbestos removal company, stops by to answer these and other questions.

How does moss growth on a roof affect a home appraisal or home inspection? What causes moss growth? Does moss growth cause damage on a roof? What should you NOT do when cleaning your roof? Calvin Van Kooten of Oh Say Can You See (https://oscyswc.com), a roof, window, and gutter-cleaning company, stops by to answer these and other questions.

What are home warranties and should you have one? What do Tim & Liz think about online property valuation services? What kind of licensing requirements do real estate inspectors and appraisers have? How much do inspections and appraisals typically cost? Tim Hance (https://allislandsinspections.com/) and Liz Hance (https://allislandsappraisal.com/) are back to finish up part 2 of their FAQ discussion.

What is the difference between a real estate appraisal and a home inspection? How long do home inspections and home appraisals take? Should clients attend home appraisals and home inspections? So many questions! Luckily, Tim Hance (https://allislandsinspections.com/) and Liz Hance (https://allislandsappraisal.com/) have answers. Your FAQs, addressed!

What types of home repair issues should you negotiate when buying/selling a home? What is the benefit of working with a real estate professional as opposed to DIYing a transaction? How is the local real estate marketing changing? In this episode of the "Real Estate Unveiled!" Podcast, Tim and Liz discuss some common real estate transaction issues with Lori Reece, Designated Broker and Owner of RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc. (http://www.nwhomes.net) in Bellingham, Wash. Close the deal and have a listen!

You've got a crack in your home's foundation. Should you be concerned? In this episode of the "Real Estate Unveiled!" Podcast, Tim and Liz discuss some common home structural issues with David Bradley, a professional engineer with Bradley Engineering (https://bradleyengineeringinc.com/)in Bellingham, Wash. So get, sit back, get "settled" and have a listen.

Should you be concerned if you have mold in your house? What should you do? In this first episode of the "Real Estate Unveiled" podcast, Tim and Liz talk mold issues with Bob Shupe, principal at Cleaner Guys (http://cleanerguys.com/)in Mount Vernon, Wash. You've got questions, and they have answers.