As a Realtor who is involved in quite a few home sales it continues to amaze me that many sellers are not getting their title V out of the way prior to putting their home on the market or at least within the 1st few weeks that it gets posted for sale. For those who don't know, in Massachusetts it is a requirement to have your septic system inspected to pass papers.

The financial burden that a failed septic system creates is fairly substantial for most. Aside from the unexpected financial headache, it also involves digging up your yard to install a new system. More often than not,
there is testing involved and then sending the system out for bid. I would recommend at least three bids, as in my experience the amount estimated can vary greatly.

The worst part of this nightmare is if you already have your home under contact and then find out your system has failed. There are times when your new system has to be "raised" due to new title v regs. Most buyers don't want to find a large mound in their yard that they were not expecting. This can often lead to a buyer wanting to back out of the deal.

Sound Advice - get your title V done early!

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Bill Gassett is the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356.

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