inspections: Why Would a Seller Do a PRE-inspection on Their Own House?
- 02/20/14 11:35 PM
Most people know the process of buying a home involves a home inspection prior to closing. Typically in Missouri and Kansas this is done AFTER we have a deal that both buyer and seller have agreed upon and it's typically done at the Buyer's expense. I tell my clients that we have TWO rounds of negotiation: 1) the purchase price and contingencies like closing costs, warranties etc; 2) Inspection negotiation *** SO LET'S FLIP THIS IDEA *** What if a SELLER did inspections on their own home PRIOR to even listing the house! "But Jay, that is going to cost me a … (16 comments)
CAMP A: "LEAVE THEM ALONE!"This group often says "let them do their job." Appraisers have their OWN comps, often more in-depth than agents can pull because they have access to the FSBO homes. All you crazy Realtors try to "sell the house" to the appraiser, which just gets on their nerves. Get out of their way and let them do their assessment.
CAMP B: "YOU MUST MEET THEM!"This group feels it … (2 comments)
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Most people know the process of buying a home involves a home inspection prior to closing. Typically in Missouri and Kansas this is done AFTER we have a deal that both buyer and seller have agreed upon and it's typically done at the Buyer's expense.
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