Is An Appraisal the Same As An Inspection?

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Many times, especially for first time homebuyers, there can be confusion about just what exactly the process is for buying a new home.  It can be unclear what an appraisal is versus what an inspection is.  Realtor.com has a good article detailing those differences here.  Buying a house is overwhelming enough as it is.  Make it even less so by educating yourself so you can know exactly what to expect.  Happy house hunting!