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The modern home seller is proactive, informed, and doesn’t mind buyer inspections. How? with a home inspection checklist for sellers. Let’s see what this checklist includes and how it paves the way for a smooth sale. Home Inspection Checklist for Sellers Here’s an easy-to-follow home inspection checklist for sellers focusing on basic observation: Exterior Inspection Roof: Look for curled, missing, or broken shingles. See if the rooflines are uneven, and make sure there’s no sign of leak...

Compared to other home inspection checklists that are tailored for specific purposes (e.g. safety, long-term maintenance), a pre-home inspection checklist before buying focuses on finding issues that may affect the ultimate decision: to purchase or not purchase. Let’s explore what a buyer's home inspection checklist covers, what should be prioritized, and how it gets you closer to your dream home. Pre-home Inspection Checklist Before Buying, What Does It Cover? Here’s a checklist of key areas...

While most buyers chase overpriced listings, savvy investors are enjoying 20-40% discounts through buying foreclosed homes. Could your dream house be hiding in Canada’s ‘power of sale’ market? To find the answer, let’s review the pros and cons of buying a foreclosed home and the process that might await you. What Is a Foreclosure? Foreclosure is the legal process where a lender takes possession of a property because the borrower couldn’t meet their mortgage payment obligations. Foreclosures...

With average mortgage rates at roughly 5%, stretching your budget is as crucial as it can be. Could buying a house as-is in Canada provide the financial edge you need, or is it a recipe for disaster? Let’s weigh the pros and cons to find the answer. What Does “Buying a House As-Is” Mean? Buying a house as-is means purchasing a property in its current condition. The seller won’t be responsible for repairs and makes no guarantees about the property's situation beyond what's legally required. Thi...

The average price of a home in Canada soared to more than $700,000 this year. But before you submit that offer, consider this: a pre-offer home inspection that could save you tens of thousands. Let’s see what is a pre-offer home inspection, how it differs from a full inspection, when you really need it, and how to be smart about it. What Is a Pre-Offer Home Inspection? Like many other types of home inspections, a pre-offer home inspection includes a thorough visual examination of residential...

An informed buyer is a protected buyer. That’s where the buyer’s inspection comes in, giving you all the information you need to make confident purchasing decisions. In this guide, we’ll answer the most important questions about home purchase inspection, its process, how it differs from homeowner inspection, and how you can find a reputable inspector. What is a Buyer's Inspection? Buyer’s inspection is a full assessment of a home’s condition conducted by a professional home inspector. As you’...

When the market is competitive, it seems that home inspection contingency is risky, something that slows down the offer. While in fact, it ensures your new home isn’t a financial black hole. Keep reading to find out all about inspection contingencies, how they work, why they’re important, whether it’s possible to waive them and what are its risks. What Is Home Inspection Contingency? A home inspection contingency or a “due diligence contingency,” is a clause in the home purchase agreement (ex...

Worried about the electrical inspection cost? Well, you are not alone, and the good news is that it is no more than a couple of hundred dollars. It is also the smartest way to dodge a $10,000 rewiring job or insurance claim denials. In today’s post, we are going to decode electrical inspection costs and factors, how this process differs from typical inspections, and why it is important to conduct them regularly. What is an electrical inspection? An electrical inspection is a detailed examinat...

A meticulously inspected home is a well-built home, and pre-drywall inspection is non-negotiable for any serious homebuilder. In today’s post, we are going to tell you is pre drywall inspection necessary, what it covers, and how to prepare for it. Let us start with the definition. What is a pre-drywall inspection? pre-drywall inspection is one of the early stages of new construction home inspection. It is done right before the drywall is installed, (preferably) before or after insulation. Th...

Algae blooms. Filter failures. Corroded wiring. Inevitable issues start invisibly and escalate quietly until they’re emergencies. But not with regular pool inspection. This post breaks down the process of pool inspections, how often they should be done, what they include (and not include), and how much they cost. Let’s begin with the definition. What Is Pool Inspection? A (residential) pool inspection includes a visual assessment of all the pool’s systems and equipment. So, it wouldn’t includ...