The
typical opening would be that we love agents …….and we do.
We also really enjoy working with agents who have the same goals…to
get a buyer into a good home that they can handle.
 What
is the TAREI Advantage?
What
is the TAREI Advantage? Why
this site was created.
What you can tell your clients is what you already know from experience, inspection fees are a very poor determining factor for choosing an inspector. A better criteria would be experience. |
| The
"find an inspector" web page. The button is located on the webpage or can be accessed from here. |
Why
should you and your clients use this site?
This site was designed specifically for use
by not only inspectors but primarily for agents and their clients. Much
good information can be found under the "for
HomeBuyers only" section…take a look.
Not
for the inspector to determine or effect repairs.
You probably already know that the inspector is not supposed to determine
repairs and remedies, contractors or perform the repairs themselves. The
ability NOT to do these is a very important part of maintaining a third
party status which makes inspectors more effective.
The
inspector's job.
By definition, a real estate inspection is a limited visual performance
inspection, clients expecting more should be aware of a much higher cost
of inspection. They should also discuss this with the inspector when scheduling
the inspection.
| Questions
your clients ask (and answers). Do I need an inspection? YES! Refer to Section on "For HomeBuyers only" |
What
does it cover?
Refer to Section on "For
HomeBuyers only"
How
do I find an inspector?
Refer to Section on "For
HomeBuyers only"
What
do I ask him?
Refer to Section on "For
HomeBuyers only"
What
are inspection fees based on?
Each inspector establishes his or her own rates, they are generally based
on size, equipment and special inspections requested. This they should
discuss with the inspector when scheduling the inspection.
Can
they be present at the inspection?
Most inspectors like the buyers present, ask the inspector.
How
fast do you get the report?
Determined by each inspector.
How
do I estimate the repair costs?
Refer to Section on "For
HomeBuyers only"
How
long does an inspection take?
A very loaded question…depends on the size and the inspector.
What
does an inspection report look like?
Refer to Section on "For
HomeBuyers only"
How to prepare for and
speed up an inspection?
1. If the home is vacant, confirm that all the utilities are engaged;
gas, water and power
2. request that pets be out of the way
3. replace burned out light bulbs
4. test smoke alarms
5. clean or replace a/c filters
6. move items stored against foundation walls
7. unlock all doors, fences, attic accesses, breaker boxes, crawl spaces.
Etc.
8. allow access to all areas and components for example remove stored
items blocking a breaker box
9. cut tree limbs away from the roofing
10. clean ashes from the fireplace
11. remove automobiles from the garage
12. repair or replace broken items such as door knobs, locks, latches,
broken glass, gutters, etc
13. replace rotted wood on the outside
It is easier to confirm the above items rather than have the sale delayed by a revisit of the inspector. Most inspectors charge for extra trips.
We
would be pleased to send information to your office!
Please email me a MLCInspections@aol.com
, we are pleased to bring by the needed materials. Brochures with inspector
listings are available.
We
would also be pleased to make presentations to your office or homebuyers
seminar.
If
we can help with this or any other questions or help please call on us….
MLCInspections@aol.com
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