Some mortgage brokers advise against it
Hiding defects not worth the hassle of a lawsuit
When it's time to sell, you'll be glad you paid extra for it
If sellers can't fix problems, list price should come down
Besides physical defects, don't overlook financing and agent professionalism
Pricing, property condition more important to today's buyers
Despite benefits, price appreciation not guaranteed in today's market
Consider long-term plans, inflation before taking leap
Why agents, appraisers have upper hand over industry reports
Waiting on buyer's lender makes for stressful times
As credit crunch intensifies, buyers use contingencies for backup
Consider lowering price, remodeling or renting it out
If home's been on market awhile, it's time to rethink strategy
If home doesn't meet long-term needs, don't buy it
Don't sign final contract without considering closing, delivery dates