It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a new home and forget to make the important decision to have a home inspection performed before you sign the contract.

Home inspections are an instrumental part of the home-buying process that can save you a lot of time and money in the long run.

Remember that a home appraisal and a home inspection are not the same thing. Appraisals will not provide you with a detailed look at a property that can help uncover deep-rooted problems and potential pitfalls.

Here are five great reasons to have a home inspection before you buy:
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