Brenda Masse

Brenda Masse is a freelance contributor for CandysDirt.com.

Don’t Fall Out of Love With Your House: Home Relationship Advice From a Home Inspector

By Brenda Masse / February 14, 2024 /

They say love is in the details, and it’s those little things that can start to annoy you over time and ruin a relationship if you’re not careful. Whether it’s your love life or your home, knowing about those issues ahead of time makes all the difference. Think of a home inspection as home relationship…

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Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Home Inspectors

By Brenda Masse / February 7, 2024 /

It’s hard work being a home inspector, and some days are harder than others. Homeowners don’t always set you up for success. Roofs and crawlspaces can be dangerous. Home inspectors often find themselves facing things that are treacherous, mindboggling, or icky. It does take a certain kind of person to embark on home inspection as…

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Phase Inspections Can Catch Construction Problems Before Things Get Serious

By Brenda Masse / February 1, 2024 /

When you’re building a new home, mistakes can happen during construction. You have the option to have your own inspector during each stage of construction, which is a 3 part process known as phase inspections. This can save you time, money, and peace of mind as you know that every detail has been covered at…

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Kirk McDonald on Living The Dream And Selling His Park Hill Dream House

By Brenda Masse / January 30, 2024 /

It’s hard to decide what to gush about first — the man or the house. Because while I haven’t been in a home that has excited me more in years, Kirk McDonald himself is just as engaging. It’s easy to see why he’s been so successful in real estate. His client testimonials tell the story…

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How To Use a Home Inspection Report: Part 2

By Brenda Masse / January 24, 2024 /

Welcome to our second installment of How To Use a Home Inspection Report! Last week, we focused on the five major systems of the house. This week, we’re moving on to some of the details and the more in-depth areas to look at how you can use a home inspection report to gain knowledge about…

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