Write an article based on this "Select a venue and choose a date. Make a guest list and send out invitations. Decorate the venue. Get an anniversary cake to honor the couple. Share stories and highlight important memories. Have someone give a toast or tribute to the couple. Arrange for music to be played during the party. Have the couple renew their wedding vows as part of their 50th anniversary celebration."
article: Before you can begin to plan the details for an anniversary party you need to find an appropriate venue and select a date. It would be best to hold the party on the actual anniversary, or a weekend that falls close to the exact anniversary date. You may want to choose a location that is meaningful to the couple, such as a restaurant they enjoy or the place where they got engaged. If you are throwing a formal party you will want to send out invitations well in advance of the event. Address and mail the invitations using your best penmanship. E-vites, or electronic invitations, can also be used. They will help save postage costs and you will likely receive responses much quicker. There are a variety of different decorating options that are suitable for a 50th wedding anniversary party. You may want to consider decorating with a gold colour scheme to emphasize the fact that this is a 50th wedding anniversary. For example, you could have gold trimmed plates, glasses, napkins, flowers, and tablecloths. Other decorating ideas include: Recreating the same colour scheme that the couple used at their wedding 50 years ago. You could also try and find similar floral arrangements. You could choose a decorating theme based on the decade the couple was married, the place they went on their honeymoon, or to something to match their current interests. Have the couple cut the cake together and be sure to have photos taken. Here are a few example messages to put on the cake: "Happy Anniversary" "Happy Golden Anniversary" "Congratulations on 50 Years of Marriage" You may also want to include the name of the couple on the anniversary cake. You may want to have the couple share stories or provide the guests with some tips for creating a lasting and loving marriage. It would also be a good idea to have photo albums available that guests can look through to reminisce about the couple at different stages of their marriage. The party should feel like a tribute to the couple and this will help add a personal touch. If you are crafty you could try to create a scrapbook to share with the couple at the party. The scrapbook can include pictures from throughout their marriage and highlight important moments, such as the births of children and grandchildren, travel, career achievements, and retirements. A slideshow of photographs is another great way to showcase the couple and their relationship over the years and it will ensure that all guests get a chance to see the pictures. Arrange in advance for someone to give an anniversary toast to the couple. Typically this should be someone close to the couple, such as a child, sibling, or family friend. This is a great way to share memories and stories about the couple. Music is a must for all parties and you can be really creative with the music selection for a 50th wedding anniversary. For example, you could play all of the couple's favourite songs from over the years, play music that was popular the year the couple was married, or play all romantic songs including the couple's original wedding song. Many couples will decide to renew their wedding vows at some point during their marriage. This is done to reaffirm their commitment to each other and is often associated with a milestone anniversary. The 50th wedding anniversary is a perfect opportunity for a couple to renew their vows. You will need to do some additional planning to make this happen. Most importantly, make sure you have an officiant present.

Write an article based on this "Be prepared for the cost. Understand the actual inspection. Know what will be inspected. Be prepared for bad news."
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The average fee for a home inspection is between $350-$500, but the information received from an inspector is priceless. It could be the turning point between a sale and a buyer going back to searching for the perfect home. There are home inspectors that offer a lower price, but you must beware of their credentials, and their business ethics. Home inspectors enter a home and analyze all of the major components that make up a house purchase. Home inspection companies document the safety and overall condition of a home at the time of the inspection. Home inspections usually take about 3 hours for a minimal inspection, and 5 or 6 hours in order to arrive at a thorough, proper assessment. Depending on how old or large a house is, it may take longer or less time to complete. Home buyers benefit from attending the inspection. Although a written report is furnished upon completion, it doesn't compare to the hands-on, up-front experience of going through the house with the home inspection representative. This process is important in order to protect both the buyer and the seller. Homeowners will know the sort of repairs or enhancements that their home needs in order to secure a sale and avoid legal liability for selling a damaged or dangerous property. Knowledge about problems with a home enables the buyer to make informed decisions on making an offer on a piece of property. Often buyers make an offer asking the seller to fix certain things or lower the price based on the home inspector's evaluation. A home inspector must thoroughly conduct a review of the inner and outer areas of a house, including: Plumbing: While conducting a home inspection, old piping materials, faulty fixtures, water pumps and water heaters are some of the concerns that an inspector will focus on. Plumbing defects are one of the main issues a homeowner and/or buyers will face in terms of repairs. Roof: A home inspection company will check a roof to see if there are any old or deteriorated shingles; as well as any leaks. Homeowners can gauge whether or not a roof should be replaced. Usually tar and gravel roofs last about 15 years, where wood shakes have an average life span of 20-25 years. Structural issues: The overall condition of main structures in the house is also analyzed during a home inspection. The condition of the home's foundation and walls are looked at. Floor joists and rafters are of importance, as are window and door headers. Older houses are checked for sagging and settlement issues. These issues can be priciest for the homeowner to fix, and are very common in older homes. Heating and air conditioning systems: The heat distribution pipes and air ducts are checked during a home inspection. A buyer will also want to know if operating controls are in good condition, as well as the condition of the chimney. Electrical wiring: During a home inspection, the condition of the electrical wiring throughout the house is a concern. Wire connections and power overload prevention are some of the aspects an inspector will take note of. Water in the basement: When water has entered the basement or crawl space of a home, a host of property problems are soon to follow. This includes mold and/or frame rot. Home inspectors are especially keen on detecting these problems, which are quite visible through discoloration, musty smells, mildew and water leak stains. Chemical concerns: Inspectors look for evidence of radon, asbestos, mold, and lead, which can be dangerous to occupants. If the property uses well water, they also assess the quality of the water to be sure its safe. Pests: Home inspectors look for evidence of pests like termites that can damage the integrity of the home, as well as other pests like roaches and mice. It is a home inspector's job to find any existing or potential problems with a house. They can lose their license if they fail to report issues, so although it might feel like they're purposely giving bad news, be thankful for the information. If you are the seller, it is important to fix or disclose any issues with the house when you put it on the market. Otherwise, you are potentially legally liable for problems the new homeowner's encounter.