A home in good condition can command a better price than one in need of extensive repairs or system upgrades. That’s where a pre-listing home inspection comes in. The home inspector can identify issues that the seller may choose to address, from recommended electrical upgrades to making sure the attic is properly insulated. Making the investment to improve the home’s condition can be well worth it for them—and for you.
The information from the pre-listing inspection provides sellers with the opportunity to make repairs, updates or replacements as needed. By addressing these issues before the home goes on the market, you can list a home with greater knowledge of its condition, and for a better price. Having well-informed sellers and buyers works to everyone’s advantage.
Be sure the home inspection is comprehensive and that the report will be generated immediately upon completion of the inspection. A digital copy should be emailed as well. If issues indicated in the report are addressed or repaired prior to listing, be sure sellers have documentation available as proof that the work was done. Copies of any required permits should be available for buyers to view for added peace of mind.
With a pre-listing inspection in hand, you can market your sellers’ homes with greater confidence—and at a higher price.
This article was provided by Pillar To Post Home Inspectors. For more information, go to pillartopost.com. On another professional note, please be assured that Pillar To Post Home Inspectors is committed to the health and well-being of our clients and homeowners, as well as our inspectors, especially during this time of COVID-19. We remain focused on providing the highest-quality home inspection while adhering to the strict safety and cleanliness guidelines provided by the CDC and local governments. While our processes may have changed, our commitment to ensuring confident homeownership has not.
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