Some buyers don’t attend the inspection with the inspector, looking only at the inspection company's report. This is a common mistake during the home-buying process. This is one of your first opportunities to fully tour the house with an inspection expert and see its features and condition up close. The second most common mistake is to go to the inspection and be too afraid to ask questions about what you see. Some common knowledge to the inspector might be new to you. Ask. Don’t be intimidated about asking for an explanation if you don’t understand what’s happening. Another mistake that buyers make is leaving without checking the utilities. They might be turned off, but you should ask for them to be turned back on to ensure there are no leaks and everything is connected correctly. All house inspection conditions apply to new construction, as well. Newly built houses can also have issues. Buying a home will likely be the biggest purchase in your life, and this isn’t the time to gamble with such a large amount of money at stake. When buying a home, always get an inspection before signing.
WHAT TO DO AFTER THE INS O AFTER THE INSPECTION
After receiving an inspection report, there are two possible outcomes about how the situation may develop. In the best-case scenario, everything is fine, the house is in exemplary condition, and no further work is required. You’re good to go with other paperwork. A more typical scenario is that the house requires minor repairs. This may involve negotiations that the repair be done and inspected before moving along, or some price concession to account for your expense to make repairs.
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