If you recently made an offer on Tahoe Keys real estate for sale and it was accepted, your next tasks is having the home for sale in Tahoe Keys inspected.  Most offers on Tahoe Keys real estate for sale are contingent based on the home inspection. Like any big purchase, you want to know what you are getting your self into. A home for sale in Tahoe Keys is no different. This contingency could potentially give you some negotiating power. For example, if something comes back that is not so great, you can either offer a lower price, request repairs be done at the sellers expense or even walk away. Of course, asking your Tahoe Keys realtor’s advice is the most recommended course of action should you find yourself in this scenario.

First, your Tahoe Keys realtor will recommend some inspectors they have worked with in the past. Chances are if you did your research, a referral from your realtor that services the Tahoe Keys may feel like enough. If you feel you want to narrow down the options, be sure to require the following:

• Qualifications –You should know ahead of time what your inspection includes and if your home requires certain specialties or certifications due to the area, age, etc.
• References – Just like you probably did your  homework and look at testimonials when looking for your Realtor in Tahoe Keys, you will want to do the same for your inspector. Get names and contact info from past clients and ask how they felt about their experience and if they have an recommendations.
• Sample Reports – Find out if they have a sample report so you know how thoroughly they will be inspecting your Tahoe Keys real estate. Be sure to look for a report that is very detailed.
• Memberships –A qualified inspector will likely belong to a home inspector association, either on a national or regional level. Generally when one is a member of these associations, they are continuing their education and training, which means they take their job seriously. Not all inspectors belong to these associations, so find out.
• E & O Insurance – This is also known as Error & Omissions Insurance. Ask what the inspector’s liabilities are in case they miss something on the report. 

Another important request is whether or not you and your realtor can tag along. They can point things out, explain the repercussions if something it left unfixed for too long, or how things can be fixed. Just keep in mind that your inspector is going to be busy crawling underneath the house, the roofs and checking out every nook and cranny of the home for sale in Tahoe Keys. Be sure to let them do their job and try not to distract them. After all, you want a professional that can get the job done thoroughly AND give you the most information possible. For more information on Tahoe Keys real estate, give me a call at 530-308-4331.