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As the real estate industry continues to evolve, the demand for trustworthy, proactive home inspections is growing. Things like pre-listing inspections, which are another stream of revenue for home inspectors, are becoming increasingly popular among sellers looking to showcase a more proactive, transparent approach.“When you look at what people do today, many are putting the house on the market and selling it,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrackerman?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pre-listing-inspections-seller-advantage-2729539" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Jeff Ackerman</a>, a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hometeamfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pre-listing-inspections-seller-advantage-2729539" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">HomeTeam Inspection Service</a> franchise owner in Florida. “You don’t&nbsp;really know what kind of condition the house is in.”The conventional approach has worked okay, but it’s certainly not ideal for buyers or sellers. If the home in question ends up having significant issues, there can be unforeseen complications — sometimes even breaking the deal.Completing the first home inspection after price negotiations can lead to what Ackerman calls a “double negotiation.” The price is negotiated, a home inspection is completed, and either the price or necessary repairs to be completed by the seller are negotiated again to finalize the deal.“The advantage of the pre-listing inspection is that you can reduce the double negotiation to one negotiation,” he said. “When the buyer makes their initial offer, they would have had the opportunity to see the inspection report already.”By offering prospective buyers a comprehensive understanding of the property’s condition from the outset, sellers can foster higher confidence with prospective buyers, and they can confidently set their price.&nbsp;Director of Business Development&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cook-a2810b8b?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pre-listing-inspections-seller-advantage-2729539" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Matt Cook</a> describes the pricing advantage: “The benefit of getting a pre-listing inspection is that you know what you have. If there are issues, you can adjust the price accordingly and set realistic expectations. If you know the house has been checked out and is in great shape, you can confidently set your price and stay firm on it. You know what the house is worth.”While many people advocate for pre-listing inspections, there is still hesitancy among some groups. According to Ackerman, some real estate agents may be reluctant to complete a pre-listing inspection because they don’t want to know what’s wrong with the home; they don’t want to discover anything that could mess up their deal.Despite this resistance, Ackerman underscores the significant long-term advantages for both sellers and the overall efficiency of the transaction process.“It right-sizes the seller’s expectations, and it’s a benefit to both the buyer and the seller because they know what they’re getting into,” he said. “There’s no 11th hour surprise with some crazy foundational issues or something else wrong with the home that will blow up the deal.”By addressing potential issues proactively, sellers can mitigate the risk of last-minute complications, maintain greater control over any necessary remediation and ultimately have a more streamlined, straightforward selling process. And for HomeTeam franchise owners, the rise in popularity represents an opportunity to capitalize on the growing market while continuing to provide meaningful services to clients.&nbsp;As more sellers and agents recognize the benefits of getting ahead of potential issues, franchise owners can position themselves as go-to partners in real estate transactions, driving repeat business and referrals and reinforcing themselves as leaders in the space.To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/hometeaminspectionservice.">https://1851franchise.com/hometeaminspectionservice.</a>&nbsp;

Pre-Listing Inspections: The Smart Seller's Secret Weapon

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As the real estate market shifts, with some geographies leaning toward a buyer’s market, completing a pre-listing inspection can help sellers stand out and build trust.

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