Pre-listing inspection
A home inspection a seller orders before listing to find and fix problems early. Known issues may then need to be disclosed, which varies by state.
Also called: seller inspection, pre-inspection
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A visual check of a home's structure and systems by a trained inspector, usually during the buyer's contingency period. It finds problems before you're locked in; it is not a pass or fail test.
A form where the seller lists known problems with the property, such as leaks, repairs or defects. Requirements vary by state; a few states lean toward buyer-beware rules.
Arranging furniture and decor so a home photographs and shows well. Virtual staging adds furniture digitally to listing photos.
A written list from the buyer, after inspection, asking the seller to fix items, give a credit or lower the price. The seller can agree, refuse or counter.