Home Inspection Mistakes Sellers Make

The fewer obstacles you put in front of the buyer, the smoother the whole selling process.
Home Inspection Mistakes Sellers Make
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Anne Johnson
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The last thing you want as a seller is to be under contract and then have the buyer back out because of the inspection. Although many items are fixable, they could overwhelm the buyer and cause serious second thoughts.
It’s best to start early and do your own mini-inspection so you know what issues are present and can correct them. The fewer obstacles you put in front of the buyer, the smoother the whole selling process.

Know the Difference Between Inspector and Appraiser

Home inspectors are there to evaluate and assess the house’s condition. They don’t determine the value of the home. An inspector doesn’t give any pricing whatsoever. This includes not stating how much it will cost to repair.
Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.