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You are here: Home / News Center Home Inspection NewsKeep up to date on the latest announcements from HouseMaster plus other trends in the real estate and home inspection industry. If you are a member of the media and would like more information, please contact us via email at press@housemaster.com. Click Here to download a copy of the HouseMaster Fact Sheet and Company Background. HouseMaster Home Inspections Ranked #1 Home Inspection Franchisor in Entrepreneur Magazines 2010 Annual Franchise 500 RankingWednesday, December 23, 2009- HouseMaster®, the first and one of the largest home inspection franchisors in North America, has been named the top rated franchisor in the home inspection category by Entrepreneur Magazine in its 31st Annual Franchise 500 Ranking. HouseMaster Stresses Buyer Education as Home Sales RiseFriday, August 21, 2009- HouseMaster, the first and one of the largest home inspection franchisors in North America, stresses the need for buyer education as U.S. home sales rise by the largest amount in ten years. Buying Foreclosed Homes: Deal or No Deal?Monday, May 18, 2009- Good Pricing for Troubled Properties Can Be Affected by Neglect and Deferred Maintenance HouseMaster Celebrates 30th AnniversaryWednesday, May 06, 2009- The First Home Inspection Franchisor in North America Commemorates Its 30th Anniversary Buying Foreclosed Homes: Deal or No Deal?Wednesday, April 22, 2009- Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan Helps Some But Not All Providing Opportunities for Qualified Buyers Buying Foreclosed Homes: Deal or No Deal?Wednesday, January 14, 2009- Good Pricing for Troubled Properties Can Be Affected by Neglect and Deferred Maintenance HouseMaster Awards $5,000 Home Inspection Sweepstakes Grand PrizeWednesday, January 14, 2009- HouseMaster has announced that REALTOR® Stan Gallant of Royal LePage Noralta Real Estate, Inc. won the grand prize in HouseMaster's "Choosing the Right Home Inspector is Key" sweepstakes. HouseMaster Home Inspections Ranked #1 Home Inspection Franchisor By Entrepreneur MagazineWednesday, January 14, 2009- HouseMaster®, the first and one of the largest home inspection franchisors in North America, has been named the top rated franchisor in the home inspection category by Entrepreneur Magazine in its 30th Annual Franchise 500 Ranking. HouseMaster featured on BobVila.comThursday, December 04, 2008- Stay comfortable this winter and protect your investment with some easy and affordable ways to maximize energy savings "Mr. Fix It" seeks advice from HouseMasterTuesday, August 26, 2008- WGN's talk show Mr. Fix It invited HouseMaster President Kathleen Kuhn to talk about the importance of getting a thorough, third-party inspection of a property before making a huge real estate investment. Inside Tucson Business talks about foreclosure inspections with HouseMasterFriday, August 22, 2008- HouseMaster franchisee, Bill Craft, was featured by Inside Tucson Business to discuss the importance of being a wise homebuyer, particularly when purchasing a foreclosed property. HouseMaster featured in the Asbury Park PressThursday, August 21, 2008- HouseMaster franchisee, Sergio Angione, was featured in the Asbury Park Press article "Take a Close Look," which discusses the importance of a pre-inspection. HouseMaster featured on CNN's Open HouseSaturday, August 02, 2008- Gerri Willis from CCN's Open House interviewed HouseMaster President Kathleen Kuhn about finding a reputable home inspector. Think Twice Before You Give Dad that Power ToolTuesday, June 10, 2008- The handiwork of many do-it-yourself dads has created some of the most interesting discoveries for home inspectors hired to root out structural flaws and other defects in homes. Information, a Homebuyer's Best FriendMonday, April 14, 2008- In the past decade, it seems that many prospective home buyers have toiled over studying the housing markets, the mortgage rates and even the stock market. All these elements fall outside a buyer's control. Buyers, What Are You Waiting For?Monday, April 14, 2008- Recently, the inventory of homes for sale has grown to an all-time high. As a result home prices have declined in many major markets for the first time in almost a decade. HouseMaster Creates Knowledge Base Specifically for Realtors®Monday, April 07, 2008- HouseMaster, the most experienced home inspection franchise system, has launched a new user-friendly, online resource to help real estate agents access quality content for their newsletters, Web sites, blogs or for their clients or customers. HouseMaster Hits Top 50, Again!Tuesday, March 18, 2008- HouseMaster, the most experienced home inspection franchise in the industry, once again made the top 50 list on the prestigious Franchise Business Review (FBR) survey. Can Staging Help Buyers Look Past Defects?Monday, February 11, 2008- As home prices decline and mortgage funding dries up, many Realtors® and home sellers have looked to "staging" to help move a home. HouseMaster's® West Michigan Office Receives Honored DistinctionWednesday, January 02, 2008- Fran Harper was recently honored with the 2007 HouseMaster Method Award, which recognizes franchisees who embody the highest standards of professionalism, customer service, and organizational efficiency as reflected by the HouseMaster brand. HouseMaster's® Greater Tulsa Metro Office Receives Top HonorWednesday, January 02, 2008- Oklahoma HouseMaster franchisees, Dan and Margaret LaBrake, were recently awarded the organization's highest honor, the Pritts Cup. Lake Norman Area HouseMaster® Franchise Receives High HonorsTuesday, December 11, 2007- North Carolina HouseMaster franchisees, Ken and Susan Gingras, recently reached a significant milestone when they received HouseMaster’s Sales Achievement Award for 2007. HouseMaster Educates Residents on Common Real Estate Deal KillersTuesday, November 20, 2007- Most news reports point to the sub prime lending mess as the cause for the housing slump. But home sellers should know that plenty of people with good credit are simply cautious buyers, which can keep sales down. In Sickness and in WealthTuesday, October 02, 2007- Today many franchise companies are run by husband-and-wife teams. Some say it's a great experience; most say there are things that need to be considered to make it work. Buying Foreclosures: Deal or No Deal?Sunday, September 30, 2007- Buyers and would-be investors often look to foreclosure sales to find real estate bargains. But newcomers to this market could find some unpleasant surprises if they go in blind. Paying for a Home Inspection Now Could Avoid Headaches LaterThursday, August 30, 2007- At a time when price negotiations have become more vigorous, many buyers and sellers neglect one important element that could cost them thousands of dollars: the home inspection. A Home's Curb Appeal Starts with the DrivewayTuesday, July 31, 2007- Many home sellers focus on indoor renovations to appeal to potential homebuyers, but a home's first impression starts on the outside. HouseMaster® announces Arkansas winner of "Right Home Inspector Is Key" sweepstakesMonday, July 16, 2007- Jenny Walker of Cherry Valley is the winner of HouseMaster's the "Right Home Inspector Is Key" $1,000 sweepstakes prize. HouseMaster® Web Site Acknowledged by Good HousekeepingMonday, June 11, 2007- HouseMaster, one of the largest and most experienced national home inspection firms, has recently earned the Good Housekeeping Web Site Certification Seal. Homeowners Can Save with a Little Preventive MaintenanceTuesday, May 01, 2007- Many homebuyers focus primarily on mortgage rates when considering the affordability of a home; however, Kathleen Kuhn, president and CEO of HouseMaster®, reminds consumers that home maintenance costs should also be an important consideration. Local Home Inspector's Expertise featured on Good Morning AmericaWednesday, March 21, 2007- Marc Jeter, area director of the Detroit Metro HouseMaster® franchise, was featured earlier this week as a subject matter expert on the national program Good Morning America (GMA). Valentine's Day Safety TipsWednesday, February 14, 2007- Home experts offer advice on how to keep disasters from ruining your special day HouseMaster's® Wisconsin Office Receives Top HonorThursday, February 01, 2007- Wisconsin-based HouseMaster franchisee Don Melton was recently awarded the organization's highest honor, the Pritts Cup. Wisconsin Home Inspector named HouseMaster's® Inspector of the YearSunday, January 21, 2007- HouseMaster®, the oldest and most experienced home inspection franchise system in North America, named Jim Weyenberg of Appleton, WI its 2006 Inspector of the Year. Michigan Resident Welcomes New Year as HouseMaster's® "Looking Good Sweepstakes" Grand Prize WinnerWednesday, January 10, 2007- Maury Medina from Five Star Real Estate is the Grand Prize winner of a 2007 Pontiac Solstice in the "Looking Good Sweepstakes 2006" sponsored by HouseMaster, the oldest and most trusted name in the home inspection industry. Home Inspection Expert Provides Tips on Negotiating the Price of a New HomeWednesday, November 22, 2006- There's no denying the tide is turning in the real estate market; multiple offers and double-digit appreciation are a thing of the past in most markets throughout North America. It costs how much?Wednesday, August 30, 2006- Simple repairs can turn into huge expenses; Get estimates before buying. Home Inspection Expert TipsMonday, July 31, 2006- Home Inspection Expert Offers Tips for Buying and Maintaining a New Home for First-Time Homebuyers US Business Review - Upping The AnteThursday, June 01, 2006- Even after 27 years, New Jersey-based home inspection firm HouseMaster says it continues to push for further improve in its levels of service, technology and marketing. A Few Dollars Today May Save Thousands TomorrowTuesday, May 23, 2006- Home inspection expert suggests giving your home a "check-up" to detect problems before they become costly repairs. Inspecting the Common Myths of FranchisingMonday, April 24, 2006- Inspecting the Common Myths of Franchising: Home experts suggest buyers inspect what they expect when considering buying a franchise. HouseMaster® Joins IFA in Support of VeteransWednesday, March 15, 2006- HouseMaster is the latest franchise organization to partner with the International Franchise Association's VetFran initiative, offering a discount to qualified Veterans purchasing a franchise Changing Housing Market Calls for Changing Sales StrategiesMonday, February 13, 2006- Home experts encourage sellers to have their homes "pre-inspected" to make them more appealing in a slowing market. |
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