Ensure your home inspection looks out for your interests. It’s important your new home has a comprehensive inspection (even if it is brand new) before you execute the final sale. An inspection is one of the best investments either buyers or sellers can make in a home.
Why? For homeowners, an inspection can show a home’s potential problems and allow time for repairs long before putting the home on the market. The extra effort could pay off in a higher sales price and avoid costly delays during the negotiating phase of a home sale.
For buyers, a home inspection can point out troubled spots and provide an opportunity to determine the cost of repairs before purchase. Buyers should allow time to find an inspector when shopping for a home. Many home purchase contracts include a clause concerning inspections. They usually specify that a buyer’s inspection occur within a certain time frame or else the buyer gives up the right to an inspection prior to closing. Buyers should schedule the inspection within the time frame allotted and allow for time to notify the seller of any problems.
