Benefits of Getting a Home Inspection During Your Contingency Period

Dated: January 12 2023

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A home inspection during the contingency period can provide several benefits to a home buyer. Some of the main benefits include:

 

1. Identifying potential issues: A home inspector will thoroughly inspect the property and identify any potential issues, such as structural problems, electrical or plumbing issues, and other defects. This can help the buyer make an informed decision about whether to proceed with the purchase or negotiate with the seller to address the issues.

 

2. Protecting the investment: A home inspection can help protect the buyer's investment by identifying any costly repairs that may be needed in the future. This can help the buyer budget for these expenses and make an informed decision about whether to proceed with the purchase.

 

3. Negotiating repairs: If the home inspector finds any issues, the buyer can use this information to negotiate with the seller to have the repairs made before closing or to lower the purchase price to cover the cost of repairs.

 

4. Peace of mind: A home inspection can provide peace of mind to the buyer by ensuring that they are aware of any potential issues before closing on the property, which can help them make a more informed decision about whether to proceed with the purchase.

 

5. Knowing the true condition of the property: Home inspection also helps to know the true condition of the property, including things that are not visible on the surface, like the condition of the foundation, roof, insulation, plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems, etc.

-Brittnie Golden

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Brittnie Golden

I've lived in East Wenatchee for 16 years, and have a great understanding of our valley and surrounding areas. I love that the wenatchee valley has a four seasons, my favorite being spring and fall. T....

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