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Who Can Benefit From a Home Inspection?

Whether you are buying or selling, you could benefit from having a home inspection.  A real estate transaction can be a stressful endeavor.  Your NAHIPA Member Home Inspector will provide you with the facts you need to make informed decisions with confidence, and possibly save you thousands of dollars and countless headaches.  Here’s how you can benefit from a home inspection. 

Buyers

The purchase of your home may be the single biggest investment you ever make.  Having a qualified NAHI home inspector thoroughly examine the property will significantly reduce your risk by accurately informing you in writing on the condition of your purchase. 

Buyers should plan on attending their home inspection.  In addition to inspecting the major components of the house, your inspector will also provide you with a wealth of information on what routine maintenance is required to keep your house in top condition. 

Sellers

Sellers can benefit from having a home inspection prior to listing their home for sale.  A pre-listing inspection will significantly reduce your risk by eliminating last minute repairs that can slow down the selling process.  In addition, the resulting report may show you ways to increase your property's value or greatly improve its marketability. 

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