NJ Home Inspection Issues in Real Estate Transactions

Getting your future home approved by an inspector is a vital step in the buying process. A home inspection will teach buyers about the home’s potential problems so buyers can make an informed decision about whether to continue with the purchase. The inspector will examine the structure and systems of the home (such as the heating, plumbing, and electrical). The inspector generally delivers a written report immediately after the inspection and advises if there are existing or potential problems and may recommend ways to address them. If the inspector finds many problems and gives the home failing grades, you may withdraw from the agreement provided that was in the contingency clause in your offer. You can also have the home inspected for termites, radon, lead paint, and asbestos, which is not covered in a basic inspection.

For a detailed explanation of how home inspection issues are handled in New Jersey real estate transactions — including negotiation options, timing considerations, and how inspection findings can affect contract performance — see Home Inspection Issues in New Jersey.

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