Home buying red flags can make buyers panic, over-negotiate, or talk themselves into problems they absolutely should not ignore. Buying a home is exciting. It can also make smart people say things like, “A little water in the basement probably isn’t a big deal.” Sometimes, that’s true. Sometimes, it is very much not true. According to a 2026 survey by Clever Real Estate, 76% of home buyers said they would be willing to overlook red […]