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Where is the Buyers pants?

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Godzyk Real Estate Services NH License 033394

We did not have a naked buyer running away but we were left wondering WHY the Home Inspector SCARED the living pants off both the buyers? You see there was a recent home inspection on a new home in relatively really good. The few things the inspector found, made it look like it was the end of the world on this Manchester NH area home.  

 

A couple of examples:

 

The 10 year old roof: The roof is 10 years old, it could have a 30 year life or start leaking next winter.

 

The 10 year old furnace: Although we see it was maintained yearly. This type of furnace can have a life of 25 to 50 years. The furnace though could go any time.

 

PESTS: There is no signs of termites but you should sign up with XYZ company who charges around $3000 a year for yearly monitoring and treatments.

 

Dining Room Wall. You will want to repaint the dining room, it will affect the homes value and cbh company can be hired to paint.

 

These were  few of the most outlandish and needless to say, the buyer was scared to death. Everything was the worst case scenario. A home inspection should search for those major things that can not be seen with the naked eye. All items found should be communicated in a non alarming manner. NEVER should an inspector refer their friends for work. LASTLY the buyer agent should have been there to let the buyer know what to expect and comfort and inform them wen such matters happened. NOW this is why i say all listing agents should attend. I saw. I heard and I was able to directly question the inspection afterwards where he said "there ws no critical violations". I also called him out on be alarming pointing at the weeping buyer who should not have had their pants scared off them. 

 

The MOST IMPORTANT message is to share  with every consumer that my philosophy is simple, provide more personal and professional service to guide clients through each step of the buying or selling process. All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest.

 

To CONTACT Scott Godzyk please call 603.661.2121 or EMAIL: Sctprop@aol.com .

 

About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. Proud to be locally owned and operated with 32 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area.We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs. Servicing Hillsborough, Rockingham, Merrimack and Belknap counties. 

 

    

Comments(17)

Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Scott. That inspector should have action taken against him. If they have to be licensed in your state, his should be suspended for a period of time. Enjoy your day 

Jun 27, 2018 05:05 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Thankfully, Scott, it's been a very long time since I saw an inspection report like this one.

Jun 27, 2018 05:18 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Where the hell did you find that home inspector????  don't send him to MA.... Scott Godzyk 

Jun 27, 2018 05:19 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Scott Godzyk,

I agree with Wayne Martin . Color of the wall?? Really that is a defect or malfunction of something in the house?. If he was licensed inspector he needs a suspension.

Jun 27, 2018 05:20 AM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

As a listing agent I always stop by at the end of the inspection so I can see the issues for myself to explain to the seller.  Glad you were there for this one - Did the buyer run in the end? 

Jun 27, 2018 05:34 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Scott. This is a very clever title. Inspections hould be about education in my view.

Jun 27, 2018 06:03 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

That is one issue, no license need in NH Wayne Martin 

Jun 27, 2018 06:54 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

It is rare Nina Hollander but does happen every now and then

Jun 27, 2018 06:54 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Well he was from MA, and no license needed in NH so it attracts anyone and everyone Barbara Todaro , the buyer agent chose him, certainly not me

Jun 27, 2018 06:59 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Sadly no license and that is what i said color? and there were other little things that were all just as annoiying that had nothing to do with structure Dorie Dillard 

Jun 27, 2018 07:00 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

We did lost that buyer Lise Howe and a shame, perhaps of the buyer broker was too, it could have been saved. 

Jun 27, 2018 07:01 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I thouht hard for that one Sheila Anderson , i try to entertain as well as teach

Jun 27, 2018 07:01 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Scott, for sharing this story. This is certainly a home inspector to avoid in the future.

Jun 27, 2018 07:17 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

That's horrible, Scott.   The buyer's agent should have definitely been there to keep things in perspective!  Probably scared that buyer from ever buying a home.

Jun 27, 2018 07:23 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Who hired this guy Scott? Yes, sometimes an inspector can ruin the sale of an otherwise good condition home!

Jun 27, 2018 07:46 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Scott- so many things that went wrong here, but it is too "used car salesman" (and my apologies to them) to keep referring one's friends. 

Jun 27, 2018 10:58 AM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Scott.

I've heard of this happening before, just not around my neck of the woods. Statements like that would spread like wildfire, causing an inspector to not be in business long

Jun 28, 2018 01:34 AM