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Inspections & Appraisals
Most buyers will have the property examined by a licensed property inspector.
The Buyer's Property Inspection
Most buyers order a licensed inspection to verify conditions per the Purchase Agreement. Some buyers arrange specialty inspections (roof, HVAC, plumbing, etc.). If financing is involved, the lender will order an independent appraisal to confirm the property’s value for the loan amount.
The Closing Agent
A title company or attorney acting as closing agent reviews the property's title history and certifies clear title at closing, ensuring transfer of ownership free of encumbrances.
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Contingencies
Contingencies are conditions that must be satisfied before a contract becomes binding—common examples include inspection and financing contingencies. Buyers will typically:
- Secure financing and insurance
- Review title reports and disclosure documents
- Complete inspections (roof, termite/pest, chimney, boundary survey, well/septic, pool/spa, mold, lead-based paint, HVAC, etc.)
Responding objectively and fairly to renegotiation requests is critical. An experienced listing agent helps you evaluate requests and protect your interests throughout.
Loan Approval and Appraisal
We recommend accepting buyers with lender pre-approval, an approval letter, or a written loan commitment—these provide stronger assurance than pre-qualification. Expect a lender appraiser to confirm the sales price aligns with market value.
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Tips For Selling Your Home
Give Your House a Deep Clean
First impressions matter—clean bathrooms, floors, rugs, and surfaces thoroughly. Consider professional cleaners for best results.
Declutter The Home
A tidy, organized space helps buyers focus on the home itself rather than your belongings.
Call a Handyman
Fix visible issues before listing; buyers notice maintenance and it reassures them about the property’s care.
Paint the Walls
Not only is painting a great way to clean up the walls but making the overall color scheme neutral will increase the appeal to potential buyers, making it easier for them to envision their belongings in the house - get rid of any bright, outdated paint colors and go with a neutral palette throughout the house.
Increase Your Curb Appeal
The outside aesthetic of your home is just important as the inside. Give buyers a good feeling before they even open the front door. Landscaping, mulching, flowers, pressure washing the driveway and exterior of the home are all simple ways to increase the value of your home.
Stage Your Home
Staged homes tend to fill quickly because they feel homier - if you have neutral furniture that you can leave in the home, do it, otherwise consider a professional staging company.
Depersonalize Your Home
You want to leave a few nice, framed photos around the house to make the home appear inviting and lived in, but in general, removing your very personal items, such as family photos will let the potential buyers see their photos in those places, versus yours.
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