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When it comes to real estate transactions, diligent buyers typically schedule home inspections. Sellers can benefit from scheduling their own inspections, though, before putting their properties on the market. If you want to list a home, here are some of the biggest reasons to have it inspected first. 

Why You Should Inspect a Home Before Listing It 

1. Mitigate Potential Hurdles 

If you fail to schedule a comprehensive home inspection before listing the property, there’s no way to be sure that it doesn't have any major issues. Should one of these problems reveal itself before closing, it could complicate—or ruin—the transaction. The buyer might try to negotiate for a lower purchase price, for example, or ask you to make all the recommended repairs before closing. They might also decide to move on.

2. Demonstrate Total Transparency

home inspectionsArranging for a pre-inspection is a sign of goodwill that lets buyers know you’re not trying to hide anything. Since the property may be the largest purchase they ever make, they're going to want all the assurance they can get. While you don’t necessarily have to divulge the results of the inspection, sharing the report will show potential buyers that you’re honest, trustworthy, and reliable. 

3. Highlight Impressive Features 

If you’ve made some major upgrades to the property over the years, a home inspection will prove as much. It’s one matter to include various kinds of specs in the listing, but it’s something else entirely to provide written documentation that they actually exist. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might reveal plumbing, electrical, or structural upgrades. 

 

For comprehensive home inspections, the buyers’ and sellers’ choice is Twin City Home Inspections Inc. Backed by more than a decade of experience, this licensed and insured agency serves clients throughout Texarkana, TX, and the surrounding areas. With free estimates and same-day reports, they take the hassle out of getting properties inspected. To request a quote, reach out online or call (903) 276-9566. 

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