To inspect or not to inspect.....

"Who pays for the inspections?" My starry eyed first time homebuyer asked me.

"It depends on the customary practices of the area." I replied.

"In Sunnyvale, and other parts of Northern Santa Clara County and up the peninsula, sellers will typically pay to have: 1) termite, 2) property, 3) roof and 4) sometimes chimney reports ordered and made available so that the buyers will have the opportunity to see the condition of the home before making an offer."

Continued....

Steve Mun, Silicon Valley Realtor
www.stevemun.com