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Home Inspection Regulation in the Columbus/Phenix City Area - 04/06/08 05:23 PM

Home Inspection Regulation The Law
Both Georgia and Alabama have laws governing home inspection. In addition to Georgia’s law, Columbus has enacted its own law. The laws vary greatly. Alabama has the most stringint of the three that govern our area. Most significantly, only Alabama requires inspectors follow a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Columbus does not require either of these so the quality of inspections can vary. Before you make your decision ask if the inspector follows a national associations Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and if they offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
Make sure … (3 comments)

Home Inspections and The New Georgia Real Estate Contract - 04/06/08 04:35 PM

Yes Georgia Realtors have a new contract that has eliminated the inspection contingency clause. It is now a due diligence period for inspections, etc. What I have seen since this change has been an increase in the time frame for the inspections, 10-14 days. However I belive this has also increased because of the market conditions and a desire on the part of the sellers to help make the deal go through.
On the inspection end of things I have seen just how important the way in which an inspector conveys their findings can be. With the due diligence the buyer can … (0 comments)

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