Maximizing Seller Advantages: The Impact of Pre-Listing Home Inspections
The real estate market is a bustling hub of competition where every edge counts. One often overlooked advantage for sellers is a pre-listing home inspection. But how exactly can a pre-listing home inspection benefit the seller? A pre-listing home inspection examines a property conducted by a certified inspector before the property is listed for sale. […]
Reasons Home Inspections Kill Deals
Often real estate agents complain that they have worked weeks, months, or even years with a client only to have “their” deal killed by the home inspection or the home inspector. Sometimes home inspectors are at fault, but most of the time there are other issues that led to the terminated contract. I want to […]
Home Inspection Negotiations: Balancing Buyer and Seller Expectations for Repairs
Purchasing or selling a home is a complex process, with home inspections being crucial. Often, negotiations regarding essential repairs can become a factor, highlighting the need to balance buyer and seller expectations. This article discusses the steps for effectively navigating home inspection negotiations to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. 1. COMPREHENDING THE HOME INSPECTION PROCESS […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Home Inspection Contingencies
Searching for a new home? Congratulations! You’ve likely encountered the term “home inspection contingency” and are curious about its purpose and function. In this article, we’ll explain the importance of home inspection contingencies for buyers and sellers. WHAT IS A HOME INSPECTION CONTINGENCY? A home inspection contingency is an agreement between the property buyer and seller […]
Is Venting A Crawl Space Needed?
Traditional crawl spaces are typically built over a dirt floor with ventilation air from foundation perimeter vents. Recent building science studies conducted by various institutions including the University of Tennessee challenge this old way of thinking and indicate that we need to rethink traditional building methods related to venting a crawl space. As a Home Inspector, […]
9 Must-Have Reasons to Get a Home Inspection When Buying a Home
When it comes to buying a home, there is no doubt that the process is filled with excitement and anxiety. You want to make sure that you are investing your hard-earned money into something that is going to be worth it for years to come. One of the best ways to protect yourself from making […]
How to Pass A Home Inspection for Sellers and Real Estate Agents
All home inspectors are trained to find defects, and the good ones find more than the newer, less experienced ones. So expect a home inspector to find things wrong with every house if they do their job for their client. I tell people that there are no perfect houses. Houses built by imperfect people in an imperfect world […]
7 Reasons Why You Can’t Afford To Skip A Home Inspection Before Buying
Buying a home should be an exciting experience, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare if you don’t take the time to do your due diligence. While there are many factors to consider before buying a house, one of the most important is getting a home inspection. A professional Knoxville TN home inspector will […]
What does (or should) a Knoxville Home Inspection Include?
There are several standards that home inspectors follow, but the absolute minimum that they must follow is the TN State Home Inspection Standard found at: https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/ rules/0780/0780-05/0780-05-12.20141104.pdf. If the Inspector is a Member of ASHI, they voluntarily also follow a stricter standard found at https://ashiwebstorage. blob.core.windows.net/ files/docs/standards_updated3-4-2015.pdf. If the Inspector is a member of InterNACHI, […]
The Ultimate Guide to Home Inspections: What Buyers Need to Know
A home inspection is one of the most important steps in the purchasing process. It provides buyers with a detailed report of the condition of the home and can highlight any potential issues that may need attention. In this guide, we’ll cover why a home inspection is so important, what’s included in an inspection, and […]