10 Good Reasons to NOT Have A Home Inspection....

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Why are they all blank?  Well...it's because if you're planning on buying a home, then I can't think of 1 good reason to not have a home inspection!

For most people, the purchase of a home is one of the biggest, if not THE biggest, investment they will make in their lifetime.  It is vital that you know what you're taking on with that investment! Sure..you fell in love with that home the minute you saw it! But remember, my friend, that love is blind! Love might make you miss that water stain on the ceiling. Love might cause you to overlook that termite damage.  And love might keep you off the roof entirely! 

"But Barb", you might say, "The seller is a little old lady who is sweet as pie and was very honest about all the defects in the home."  I'm sure she is very sweet...and she probably told you everything she knew was wrong with the home. But when's the last time that little old lady climbed up in the attic and looked for asbestos or knob and tube wiring?  When's the last time she traipsed around on the roof and looked for damaged shingles? See where I'm going with this?  The homeowner is not always aware of all the hidden defects.  But a licensed inspector can identify any issues that might cost you a lot money down the road. 

In Maine anyone can call themselves a "Home Inspector"...there's no requirement for a license!  So when choosing an inspector, I always recommend that you look for one who is licensed and certified.  Don't just hire your cousin, or his drinking buddy, or the son of the seller.  While their intentions may be good, they haven't been trained in what to look for during a home inspection.  And what if they miss something really important?  A mistake like that can strain a friendship and cost you money!

So by all means, fall in love with the house, hug the little old lady, and send your cousin a bottle of his favorite beverage.  But make sure that you have that house inspected by a professional before you buy it!

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