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A Home Buyer’s Dream Team

When buying a home, it’s important to have a team of professionals working together for you. This includes home inspectors and real estate agents. The home inspector is responsible for inspecting the property and identifying potential problems, while the real estate agent helps find a home that fits your needs and negotiates a fair price. When these two professions work together, it’s like having a team of experts on your side! 

When you’re looking for a new home, it is a good idea to work with a real estate agent who understands your needs. They can help you find the right property and negotiate a fair price. But before you sign any paperwork, your real estate agent may encourage a home inspection to help determine the physical condition of the home. Typically these are scheduled within days after your offer has been accepted by the seller. In some cases, your mortgage lender may even require the inspection.

The home inspector is responsible for inspecting the property and identifying any potential problems. They will look at everything from the roof to the foundation, and they will make sure that all of the appliances are in working order. It’s important to remember that a home inspection is not the same as an appraisal. An appraisal is conducted by a professional who determines the value of your home based on recent sales in the area and other factors. A home inspection, however, only looks at the physical condition of your home. 

Once your home inspection is complete, you’ll be able to make an informed decision about whether this particular property is right for you. If there are no major problems with the house and everything seems in order, then it’s time to sign on the dotted line! If there are any major repairs that need to be made, your home inspector will let you know so that you can budget for them. Sometimes your real estate agent can also use the report from your home inspector to request that the seller make repairs or to negotiate a lower price. 

You might think this sounds too good to be true, but it’s not: when home inspectors and real estate agents work together, you’re the one who wins! The home inspector has the knowledge to identify potential problems, and the real estate agent can help find a home that fits your needs and negotiate the best deal for you. This partnership is important because it allows both parties to do their jobs well – protecting you from unexpected repairs or financial issues down the road!  Contact South Sound Inspections today to learn more about how we can help you along your home buying journey!

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