Inspections and Apprisals when Selling

The Buyer's Property Inspection

Most buyers order licensed inspections to verify property conditions. Inspection deadlines are in the Purchase Agreement. Lenders typically require a third-party appraisal to confirm the home’s value when financing is involved. These checks protect both buyer and lender and are standard steps in the process.

The Closing Agent

A title company or attorney reviews the property’s recorded history to confirm clear title, resolving leases, liens, or restrictions so the transfer can proceed at closing.

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What else you should know...

Contingencies

Contingencies are conditions that must be satisfied before a contract is binding—common examples include inspections and financing approvals. Buyers will complete steps such as securing financing and insurance, reviewing title and disclosure documents, and ordering any specialized inspections (roof, pest, HVAC, septic, pool, mold, lead, etc.). Responding objectively and strategically to renegotiation requests is where an experienced listing agent protects your interests.

Loan Approval and Appraisal

Prefer buyers with lender pre-approval, approval letters, or written loan commitments—these provide a stronger assurance of financing than pre-qualification alone. Expect the lender’s appraiser to verify that the agreed sales price aligns with market value.