We recently shared about the importance of home inspections, whether you are the buyer or the seller. Today we decided it would be a good idea to also share about types of inspections out there and which ones you should consider when going through this process.

Four point inspection

Many times, when a home is at least 25 years old, a four point inspection is required. With this type of inspection, four major areas are under inspection: plumbing, electric, HVAC, and the roof. Why is a four point done on an older home? Sometimes insurance companies feel that there may be conditions in an older home that could become a liability to them. The inspection and report will describe the condition and age of each of these items.

Yes, I'm a Realtor®, so naturally I think it's in your best interest to use a real estate professional when buying a new home. But I promise it's not because it benefits me – using a trusted Realtor® benefits you, too.

If this is something you are going at alone, though, and you fall in love with a home that is listed 'For Sale by Owner' (or what we like to call FSBO) there are some factors you need to consider.

Purchasing a home is likely one of the largest investments you will ever make, so it makes sense not to go at it alone.

Most prospective home buyers wouldn’t think twice about contacting a REALTOR® on the purchase of an existing home. But not everyone thinks it’s necessary to have someone representing them when they are buying a home that is being built in a new community.

After all, isn’t the agent in the sales center there to help you and representing your interests?