Real Estate Inspection - Do Your Own
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Real Estate Inspection: Conduct Your Own Walk-Through
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Considering conducting your own real estate inspection? Here's why a walk-through checklist can be invaluable.
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real estate inspection, home inspection checklist, real estate
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Why consider doing your own real estate inspection? To secure a better deal. While understanding building codes is unnecessary?"and you should still hire a professional inspector?"a basic knowledge of what to look for can offer valuable negotiation points.
Home Inspection Checklist
Using a comprehensive checklist ensures you don’t overlook important details. My checklist includes over a hundred items?"can you remember all those mentally during a walk-through? Did you spot water stains in the basement during your last viewing? Bring a checklist!
Organize your list by areas of the house, typically starting outside. As you tour the property, check each item and take detailed notes. If you notice the gutter is loose, document it, along with any related issues like rotten wood.
Don’t worry if you don’t know the difference between 12-gauge and 14-gauge wiring. You don’t need to master all building trades. Simply use your observations. If something seems “off” or “smells funny,” make a note of it for a professional inspector to examine further.
Real Estate Inspection as a Negotiation Tool
Many buyers include an inspection clause in their offer, allowing them to renegotiate based on the inspector’s findings. However, this approach can sometimes offend sellers, potentially jeopardizing the deal. Imagine someone reducing their offer by $10,000 after it’s already been accepted.
A more favorable approach involves identifying as many issues as possible before making an offer. This strategy allows you to consider all factors and present a list of problems with your offer, serving as a neutral?"and therefore less offensive?"negotiation tool.
You don’t need to be a carpenter to notice a loose railing, and you can readily see if a home needs new paint. Starting with these simple observations can lead to significant savings in your real estate transaction.
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