Barb Schlinker The Real Estate Voice

Segment 111 High Cost Home Inspection TrapsMany home sellers fear the inspection.  Many people think most buyers want to purchase their home as it is.  What are some of the High Cost Home Inspection Traps you come across selling homes?Buyers want to buy – but in most cases NOT as isMost sellers assume their home is selling AS ISNot a time for UPGRADES butBuyers want broken things repairedLear StoryThe high cost things include:Roof replacements – particularly high deductiblesFurnace replacementsElectrical panelStructural stuff can be really costlySome pre planning with a great real estate agent can help go you ready to sell worry freeLess common ones are:Mold – Townhome storyPolybutylene plumbing issuesMore common are:RadonElectricalFurnace ServiceFireplace servicePlumbing leaksWhen we come back we will be discussing: Appraisals and What to Do When the Appraiser does NOT think Your Home is worth your Sale Price