Kathleen S. Turner, SRES®, SFR® - COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS.pdf

aren’t obvious, the home appraiser won’t factor them into the market price of the home. For example, a tilted facade and moldy basement are highly noticeable, and will be reflected in the appraisal; however, not-to-code electric wiring and condition of the insulation or foundation will not. Some mortgage guarantors require home inspection along with the appraisal, as they have specific requirements of what should and shouldn’t be in the house. A property that has any red flags can’t be approved until all of them are eliminated. If inspections are done properly, you’ll know your future house’s exact conditions. Be absolutely sure that you have a trustworthy and reliable home inspector working for you, as essentially the whole deal now depends on him.

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