When most people think of
home inspections, they think of buyers wanting to ensure that what they
purchase isn't coming with any unexpected problems. In today's market,
a growing number of sellers are employing the expertise of professional
inspectors.
"Home inspections, although not
required by law, are highly recommended for both buyers and sellers,"
says Joe King, president and COO of Coldwell Banker West Shell. "A
property that is inspected in advance validates the seller's asking
price and gives buyers confidence in the quality of the home."
Inspect
the inspector. Be sure that the company you choose has professional
affiliations, such as the National Academy of Building Inspection
Engineers and the National Society of Professional Engineers.
Share
the costs. If certain aspects of the home's structure or systems are
out of date, the buyer and seller may want to share the costs of
updating and repairing.
Comfortable closing. A
good inspection sets the record straight about all that's right or
wrong with the property for both buyer and seller.
Tag along. If the home hasn't been pre-inspected, take advantage of this experience.
Across Ohio, Coldwell Banker West Shell and Coldwell Banker King Thompson have 19 offices and over 1,000 sales associates. For more information, please visit www.CBWS.com.