After having a difficult time financially for quite some time, I realized that part of my problem was my personal housing costs. I really began evaluating what I wanted out of a home, and I realized that I needed to shop for a place that would work better for what I needed. I started paying more and more attention to real estate risks, and it occurred to me that I hadn't invested in a smart property. After talking with my real estate agent, I started focusing on changing my ways, and it was incredible to see how much brighter my future became.
When you are in the process of buying a house, your real estate agent will probably talk to you about getting a home inspection on the house you are buying. You might not be legally required to get one, but there are a lot of good reasons to choose to. Here are some details about why you should get one and other things to know about getting one.
Reasons to Get a Home Inspection
Even if you are good at evaluating the condition of homes, you might not know how to inspect every part of the home, but a home inspector will. A home inspector hired for the job will work through a long checklist as he or she evaluates and inspects the home you are buying. The purpose is to find out the overall quality and condition of the home and to find hidden issues with a home. Getting a home inspection offers a way to protect yourself against the unknowns of a house, and it gives you a way to negotiate to pay less for a house if problems are found.
What You Might Find Out
A home inspection can tell you a lot about a house, including good things. You might find out that all the systems in the house are in excellent condition and that the home virtually has no risks of problems. You could also find out that the home has issues that the owner did not tell you about, such as water damage, mold, issues with the roof, or issues with a system in the home. These are all things you should know before you take possession of a house, as they can be costly to fix.
Writing Your Offer to Allow for a Home Inspection
If you want to be able to use the home inspection as a negotiating tool, you will need to word this properly on your purchase offer. Your real estate agent can help you do this if you do not know how, and it is vital that you use the right wording so you have a legal way out of the deal if the house inspection does not go well.
If you decide to get a home inspection and find out there are issues with the house that the owner did not disclose, your real estate agent can help you negotiate with the seller of the house for these issues. Talk to your agent if you have additional questions or concerns about a house or a home inspection.