Benefits of a Pre-Listing Home Inspection   
                
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Buyers should know you had a Master Home Inspection

Pre-listing home inspections give both the buyer and seller up-front knowledge of potential repair costs.

Inventories in most parts of the country have been pushing historically high levels. With the shifting market, buyers are increasingly more sensitive to property condition and are asking for full disclosure up front about conditions that affect the value.

A pre-inspected listing can make available to the buyers our full inspection report. The report educates the buyers on the condition of the property, and lets them know what major potential expenses might be incurred once they close on the house. Then the buyer can decide early on if they want to pursue a property, given the condition.

Our report can be used by the sellers to assist them in preparing property disclosure documents. It allows you to anticipate any issues about property structure and system functions such as heating and air conditioning - concerns that may have potential financial impact.

A pre-listing inspection can be available at the property for review by the buyers when considering your home. 

A pre-listing inspection may not head off every potential "deal-breaker" issue, most agree the benefits outweigh holding off on the inspection until after contract acceptance. Here are some of benefits to conducting the inspection before listing.

• Identify defects and make repairs ahead of time. By identifying possible defects early on, the seller is in a position to handle repairs prior to listing, making the listing more attractive and the property more saleable. This may mean more money to the seller and a faster sale. Making repairs ahead of time will limit objections over defects during the negotiations. If the seller elects not to repair certain defects that turn up in the inspection, they can disclose the defects to potential buyers in the disclosure documents. State disclosure laws vary, and sellers should consult with their attorneys on state disclosure laws.
• Aid as a pricing tool. Having our inspection report you arrive at a realistic list price. If you find out, for example, that your HVAC system shows significant wear and tear and will need to be replaced before the next winter season, you should take that into consideration when pricing your home for sale.
• Provide a feeling of confidence to potential buyers. With a clean inspection in hand, potential buyers may feel more comfortable in moving ahead with an offer. When a buyer can see there are no major defects in the property to be addressed, it is easier for them to determine how much they can comfortably spend on the house. If there is a problem that needs to be addressed, they buyers can write an offer that will reflect the cost of the needed repairs, or they can ask the sellers to remedy the defect.

Today's buyers' markets dictate one of the best things sellers can do to facilitate a sale is to conduct a pre-listing property inspection. and have our report readily available for potential buyers.