Sell Your Home Faster With An Inspection

What can make your home more attractive to buyers with more choices than ever before?  A pre-listing home inspection might do just that.  It might help your home sell more quickly and for more money.  Imagine catching the eye of a prospective buyer by advertising the fact that your home has already been inspected and that there are no surprises.  A home that has been well maintained may give buyers more confidence that are no underlying issues and creates the impression that the seller is acting in good faith by conveying the home in good condition.

A pre-listing inspection will not only alert sellers to potential problems with the house, but sellers who nip problems in the bud and undertake repairs immediately will also be eliminating potential bargaining chips.  This can put more money in the sellers' pocket.

Most contracts contain inspection contingencies that allow buyers to back out if issues arise.  By providing a pre-inspection report, a seller might even be able to eliminate these contingencies, thereby saving time and reducing the chances that the buyer will back out.

How can you find a qualified home inspector?  The American Society of Home Inspectors provides referrals to certified inspectore via the "Find an Inspector" tab found on its web site, at www.ASHI.org or simply ask me for a recommendation.  I can provide you with the names of several licensed inspectors in our area.

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