Real Estate Professional Frequently Asked Questions

As a buyers agent, why should I want the most thorough and detailed home inspection report available?
As a Real Estate Professional the purpose of a home inspection is to protect the client, whether a buyer or seller, and the agent. Remember, the better the home inspection, the less likely there will be that awful call in a month or two - "Do you remember us, the Jones', who bought the house at 210 Smith Street? We found out today that no one told us about the XYZ problem. We've contacted an attorney over this matter....."
Enough said.

OK, so I get this great inspection, how do I deal with the problems that the report brings out?
Honestly
"Mr. and Mrs.Jones, in all lived in homes there are things that need attention. Some are more important than others, what are the items that concern you?" It inspires trust and goodwill. As a real estate professional, you have earned the clients trust, future business and referrals. Part of every sale is to build the future of your business. If you criticize a thorough inspection you only raise the level of anxiety.

As a sellers agent why should I want the most thorough and detailed seller's inspection report available?
Most buyers inspections take place as close as possible to closing . Good for buyers, often not so good for sellers. When a seller learns of defects in advance of a contract offer, they can choose to fix or disclose. When a problem is found close to closing, disclosure is not an option any longer. The seller can only repair the problem or negotiate the price based on inflated estimates from the buyers.

I am impressed with the HomeGauge.com web site. How can I help promote this resource?
When your clients ask for a home inspector, just give them our web site address and let them choose among the home inspectors in our database. Just remember www.homegauge.com and you'll never have to worry about referring names again. Be sure to mention our site to all of your coworkers as well.