Sellers should realize that just about every buyer is going to use a licensed building inspection firm to analyze the condition of their home. If you disclose upfront the known conditions and defects affecting the home, you will have a much smoother transaction and likely eliminate the chance buyers can use this report to gain further price reductions near the end of escrow.

When inspections find things that the buyer was not expecting, it is not surprising that they will demand purchase price credits or cancel the escrow.

This is exactly why CataList Homes completes an in depth walk through with our seller clients prior to listing the home. Our agents have all received extensive training with licensed home inspectors for the benefit of our seller clients.

To view a sample inspection report, click here.