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Sellers Inspections
While many cities in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area require a Truth in Housing evaluation before listing a house for sale, more and more Realtors are having their sellers get private home inspections before putting them up for sale, whether a Truth in Housing evaluation is required or not.
A private seller's inspection is the equivalent of a buyers inspection, but of course the client is the person selling the home, not the person buying it.  Sellers may choose to make the final inspection report available for potential buyers to see, or they may keep it private.  In either case, this is a fantastic way for sellers to learn exactly what will be found at their home when their buyer's have an inspection performed, and will give them a chance to repair any problems.
If the seller chooses to make the inspection report a public document, this can make the home a more attractive property for potential buyers by giving them better peace of mind about a property before even writing an offer on it.  A sellers inspection will also make the negotiation process much easier for all parties involved.  Here are two potential scenarios:
No seller's inspection - A buyer writes an offer on a home, the ... more

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