Home Inspection Report
A home inspection report is important, but it doesn't cover everything in the house.
A home inspector will perform a visual inspection of your property from top to bottom, including all the main systems. State laws and professional associations require home inspectors to give clients two documents as a matter of business and ethics: written home inspector contracts and written inspection reports.
Pre-inspection agreement
Obtain a copy of the pre-inspection contract before the inspection takes place. Read and understand the document before the inspector starts the investigation. Ask the inspector to clarify anything you do not understand.
The agreement should contain the scope of the inspection services the person intends to perform as
The Power of Choice: A Seller’s Guide to Paying (or Not Paying) the Buyer’s Agent Commission
Here’s What You’ll Learn in The Power of Choice: A Seller’s Guide to Paying (or Not Paying) the Buyer’s Agent Commission
How Recent Legal Changes Affect You
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Understand the background behind new MLS policies and legal settlements and why these changes give you more control over whether to pay the buyer’s agent commission.
Your Rights as a Seller
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Explore the three core options—accept, reject, or counter—and learn to navigate each confidently.
Pros and Cons of Offering a Buyer’s Agent Commission
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Discover when paying a commission might attract more buyers, and skipping it could preserve your profit margin.
Effective Negotiation Tactics
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Master strategies that help you find the perfect balance between enticing buyers and protecting your bottom line.
Marketing Without a Buyer’s Agent Commission
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Learn creative ways to make your listing stand out—even if you opt not to offer a commission.
Key Legal Considerations
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Avoid common pitfalls by staying compliant with disclosure rules and understanding how to protect your interests.