Reasons Not to let your client skip the inspection process

Potential Safety Issues, Possible Health Hazards, a Need For Pest Control – Reasons Not to Let Your Client Skip the Inspection Process

Homebuyers will have a lot of tasks to take care of and checks to write before the deal can be finalized on their new property. No matter how prepared they may have felt entering into the buying process, it can be very overwhelming and stressful to shell out so much money. So when the time comes to schedule the inspection, it may cross their mind to just skip that part and it’s cost.
However, there are many important reasons for a real estate agent to step in and encourage their client not to go that route. Home inspections can reveal unappealing circumstances about a property (potential safety issues, possible health hazards or the need for pest control) that should be dealt with before the final contract is signed.

Real Estate Agent’s Role in the Inspection

As mentioned above, perhaps the most significant role a real estate agent plays in the inspection process is insisting that their client invests in one. Once they have agreed, an agent should provide an unbiased list of reputable licensed inspectors that can be trusted to be honest and straightforward about their findings.
After selecting one, a buyer should be able to leave it to their agent to coordinate the details of the inspection. Whether or not it’s necessary for the agent to be at the inspection is usually up to the individual client and their representative, but it can show real dedication and support by showing up and getting a feel for how the outcome could affect the deal. This should be done without actually interrupting the process or probing more than the client feels comfortable with.

Purpose of the Inspection

The overall purpose of the inspection is to help a buyer determine whether or not they should continue with the transaction. If an inspector finds a termite or rodent infestation requiring extensive pest control services, serious structural issues that are deemed unsafe, evidence of asbestos, mold, radon or carbon monoxide toxins, it gives the buyer a chance to change their mind before it’s too late and they get stuck with a property that’s falling apart.
However, if an inspection reveals that a buyer has nothing to worry about or there are just minor things to take care of, then it will offer peace of mind and a possible chance to negotiate a lower price. Homebuyers should also keep in mind that an official inspection report is often a requirement when seeking homeowner’s insurance.
Buying a home is the biggest purchase one will make in a lifetime, and a real estate agent should look to protect their client in every way possible. Home inspections give buyers a comprehensive report that clues them in to exactly what kind of situation they’re about to get themselves into, whether good or bad. An agent has a duty to help make sure a client doesn’t find themselves battling huge pest control bills, dangerous structural dilemmas or health problems later on down the road.