A reader writes: “I am curious whether there is an unbiased rating system for real-estate agents. My wife and I are looking for a diligent real-estate…”

Accountant can judge health of condo books
A reader writes: “I’m considering buying a condominium. Who can I go to who can examine the condo association’s finances? If I could hire someone to do…”

“Party wall” a good thing in condo building
A reader writes: “When shopping for a condo, what should I look for in the way of insulation R values, studs, sheetrock, etc., that would point to construction…”

What commission for agent covers
Q: My cousin recommended that I use his real-estate agent to sell my home. This agent plans to do exactly the same things to sell my house…